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...
Saint Epaphroditus of Terracina, also known as Epaphroditus of Philippi, Epaphroditus the Apostle, Epaphroditus of Adriate, Epafrodito, or Epafroditus, was the first bishop of Terracina, Italy in the 1st century. It is believed that he may have been one of the Seventy Apostles, and also the Epaphroditus mentioned by Saint Paul the Apostle in the Epistle to the Philippians. Unfortunately, not...
Saint Elias of Orta, also known as Elia or Elijah, was an early evangelist who dedicated his life to spreading the Gospel on the island of San Giulio in Lake Orta, located in the Piedmont region of Italy. While there is limited information about his background and early life, it is believed that he may have been a priest and chose to live on the island as a hermit. Saint Elias of Orta's...