Born in Austria, Julia was born into a privileged family, the daughter of a Polish count and a Swiss noblewoman. She was one of five children born into the family.  Her elder sister, Blessed Maria Teresa Ledóchowska, founded the Missionary Sisters of Saint Peter Claver and is affectionately known as the “Mother of Africa.” Julia’s uncle, the Cardinal Mieczyslaw...

Saint Ubaldesca Taccini, also known simply as Ubaldesca, was an Italian nun who dedicated her life to the care of the poor and the sick. Born in Calcinaia, Pisa, Italy in 1136, she was the only child of a poor but pious family. From a young age, Ubaldesca felt a deep calling to religious life and to serve those less fortunate than herself. At the age of 15, Ubaldesca joined the Order of Saint...

Saint Pere Sans Jordà, also known as Pedro Sanz or Peter Sanz, was born on 3 September 1680 in Ascó, Tarragona, Spain. He displayed great piety and a strong desire to serve God from a young age. In pursuit of his calling, he joined the Dominican Order in 1697. After years of diligent study and preparation, Pere Sans Jordà was ordained as a priest on 24 September 1704. He quickly proved himself...

Pope Saint Gregory VII, also known as Hildebrand of Soana, was born around 1020 in Soana, Italy. He received his education in Rome and later became a Benedictine monk. Gregory's aptitude and dedication led him to become the chaplain to Pope Gregory VI. As the person in charge of the Patrimony of Saint Peter, he quickly gained a reputation as an excellent administrator and a visionary...

Saint David of Scotland, also known as David I, was born in 1085 as the youngest son of King Malcolm III Canmore and Saint Margaret of Scotland. He had a sister named Saint Matilde, who was his companion during his upbringing and education at her court. In 1107, David became the Prince of Cumbria and later married, starting a family of his own. In 1124, he ascended to the throne of Scotland,...