Saint Joseph Sebastian Pelczar, also known as Jozef Sebastian Pelczar, was born on 17 January 1842 in Korczyn bei Krosno, Poland. He was raised in a pious family and showed early signs of devotion to the Catholic faith. After completing his studies in Rzeszów, Pelczar entered the seminary at Przemysl in 1860. He was ordained as a priest on 17 July 1864 and soon after became a parish priest at...

Saint Ludger of Utrecht, also known as the Apostle of Saxony, was born around 743 in Zuilen, Friesland, which is in modern-day Netherlands. He belonged to a wealthy noble family, his parents being Thiadgrim and Liafburg. Ludger had two famous siblings, Saint Gerburgis and Saint Hildegrin, and he was also the uncle of Saint Altfried of Münster. Ludger's life took a significant turn when he...

Saint Nicodemus of Mammola, also known as Nicodemus of Cirò, Nicodemus of Cellerano, or Nicodemus of Kellerano, was born in the early 10th century in Cirò, Catanzaro, Italy. He was the son of Theophanes and Pandia. From a young age, Nicodemus was drawn to the monastic life and was educated by a local priest named Father Galatone, who was known for his learning and piety. Nicodemus's desire...

Saint Macartan of Clogher, also known as Aedh mac Carthin, Macartin, MacCartain, MacCarthen, Maccarthius, and Mac Cairthind, was a renowned figure in early Christian Ireland. Born in the 5th century in Ireland, he is celebrated for his close association with Saint Patrick and his significant contributions to the spread of Christianity across pagan Ireland. Macartan not only considered himself...

Saint Victorian of Hadrumetum, also known as Vittoriano, was a prominent figure during the time of the Vandal rule in North Africa. Born into a wealthy family, Victorian rose to become governor of Carthage and held the esteemed title of Proconsul in the Roman Empire. He was highly respected for his administrative skills and dedication to the orthodox Christian faith. During this period in...