Saint James of Numidia, also known as James of Lambesa, James of Lambaesis, and James of Lambese, was a devout deacon in the early Christian church. He lived during a time of intense persecution of the faithful under the rule of Emperor Valerian. His life and final acts of martyrdom serve as a testament to his unwavering faith and dedication to Christ. James was a deacon in the same church as...

Saint Irene of Lecce, also known as Erina or Eiréne, was the daughter of a wealthy pagan named Licinius. She was born in an unknown time and place. However, later retellings of her story provide additional details that connect her to various locations, increase the number of pagans she converted, and link her to numerous miracles. Irene's father, Licinius, considered her to be incredibly...

Saint Antonina of Nicaea, also known as Antonina of Bithynia, was a devout Christian who lived during the persecution of Emperor Diocletian in the early 4th century. Although limited historical records exist, it is widely believed that she was born in Nicaea, Bithynia, which is now modern-day Turkey. Saint Antonina's life was marked by unimaginable suffering and steadfast faith in the...

Saint Stanislas Kazimierczyk, also known as Louis Scholtis, Louis Soltys, Stanislas Kazimierz, and Stanislaw Kazimierczyk, was born on September 27, 1433, in Kazimierz, Lubelskie, Poland, to Maciej and Jadwiga Soltys. Raised in a pious family, he received a good education in the faith. Stanislas demonstrated exceptional intellectual abilities from a young age and went on to receive doctorates...

Blessed Alessandra Sabattini, also known as Sandra, was a devout lay woman born on 19 August 1961 in Riccione, Italy. She was the daughter of Giuseppi and Agnese Bonin Sabattini and had one brother. From a young age, Alessandra displayed a deep piety and dedication to her faith. Alessandra's spiritual journey began with her First Communion on 3 May 1970, which was followed by her...