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ST ROMADUS, CONFESSOR - 25 AUGUST

ALL SAINTS CELEBRATED IN AUGUST Saints celebrated on the 25th of August WELCOME! SAINT ROMADUS, CONFESSOR Saint Romadus (August 25), a confessor, also known as Romus, Romardus , etc., was venerated in the monastery of Deols or Bourg-Dieu , Diocese of Bourges ( Bituricum ), and is listed in the French martyrology * with the title "Saint," but without a date. (V. 3). (Information from Stadler 's Complete Encyclopedia of Saints, Volume 5, Augsburg, 1882, p. 125) *A hagiography source used by the authors Stadler's Complete Encyclopedia of Saints - Sources and Abbreviations PRAYER: Grant, we beseech you, almighty God, that the venerable feast of Saint Romadus may increase our devotion and promote our salvation. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen. Sources of these articles (in the original German): books.google.co.uk, de-academic.com, zeno.org, openlibrary.o...

ST MARIA TRONCATTI, VIRGIN - 25 AUGUST

ALL SAINTS CELEBRATED IN AUGUST Saints celebrated on the 25th of August WELCOME! SAINT MARIA TRONCATTI, VIRGIN On February 16, 1883, Maria Troncatti was born in Corteno Golgi, Brescia, to a humble farming family. Early on, she learned hard work, deep faith, and tender love for others. The Salesian Bulletin that reached her village opened her heart to the joy of mission, awakening her call to consecrated life. After some hesitation, her father blessed her decision, and in 1908 Maria professed her vows as a Daughter of Mary Help of Christians. From the very beginning, she offered her life with the spirit of service, trusting that all was in God’s hands. Her time as a Red Cross nurse during World War I prepared her for the mission God was quietly shaping in her heart. In the midst of suffering, she became a sign of peace and healing. After surviving a violent storm, Maria entrusted her future to Our Lady, promising to dedicate herself completely to the missions. In 1925 she s...

GERARD RANGANI, RELIGIOUS - 25 AUGUST

ALL SAINTS CELEBRATED IN AUGUST Saints celebrated on the 25th of August WELCOME! GERARD RANGANI, RELIGIOUS Gerard (Gerardus), of the noble Rangani family, lived and died as a Franciscan monk in Modena. He was an excellent preacher who, glorified by virtues and miracles, died in 1233. (Information from Stadler 's Complete Encyclopedia of Saints, Volume 2, Augsburg, 1861, p. 401) Stadler's Complete Encyclopedia of Saints - Sources and Abbreviations Sources of these articles (in the original German): books.google.co.uk, de-academic.com, zeno.org, openlibrary.org

SAINT HERMES, MARTYR OF CAPUA - 25 AUGUST

ALL SAINTS CELEBRATED IN AUGUST Saints celebrated on the 25th of August WELCOME! SAINT HERMES, MARTYR OF CAPUA Saint Hermes, a martyr of Capua, Italy, was a companion of Saint Rufina . (Information from Stadler 's Complete Encyclopedia of Saints) Stadler's Complete Encyclopedia of Saints - Sources and Abbreviations PRAYER: Grant, we beseech you, almighty God, that the venerable feast of Saint Hermes may increase our devotion and promote our salvation. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen. Sources of these articles (in the original German): books.google.co.uk, de-academic.com, zeno.org, openlibrary.org

SAINT JULIUS, MARTYR OF CAPUA - 25 AUGUST

ALL SAINTS CELEBRATED IN AUGUST Saints celebrated on the 25th of August WELCOME! SAINT JULIUS, MARTYR OF CAPUA Saint Julius (Julianus), a martyr of Capua, Italy, was a companion of Saint Rufina . (Information from Stadler 's Complete Encyclopedia of Saints) Stadler's Complete Encyclopedia of Saints - Sources and Abbreviations PRAYER: Grant, we beseech you, almighty God, that the venerable feast of Saint Julius may increase our devotion and promote our salvation. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen. Sources of these articles (in the original German): books.google.co.uk, de-academic.com, zeno.org, openlibrary.org

SAINT EUTICA, MARTYR OF CAPUA - 25 AUGUST

ALL SAINTS CELEBRATED IN AUGUST Saints celebrated on the 25th of August WELCOME! SAINT EUTICA, MARTYR OF CAPUA Saint Eutica, a martyr of Capua, Italy, was a companion of Saint Rufina . (Information from Stadler 's Complete Encyclopedia of Saints) Stadler's Complete Encyclopedia of Saints - Sources and Abbreviations PRAYER: Grant, we beseech you, almighty God, that the venerable feast of Saint Eutica may increase our devotion and promote our salvation. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen. Sources of these articles (in the original German): books.google.co.uk, de-academic.com, zeno.org, openlibrary.org

SAINT JUSTUS, MARTYR OF CAPUA - 25 AUGUST

ALL SAINTS CELEBRATED IN AUGUST Saints celebrated on the 25th of August WELCOME! SAINT JUSTUS, MARTYR OF CAPUA Saint Justus, a martyr of Capua, Italy, was a companion of Saint Rufina (V. 138). (Information from Stadler 's Complete Encyclopedia of Saints, Volume 3, Augsburg, 1869, p. 574) Stadler's Complete Encyclopedia of Saints - Sources and Abbreviations PRAYER: Grant, we beseech you, almighty God, that the venerable feast of Saint Justus may increase our devotion and promote our salvation. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen. Sources of these articles (in the original German): books.google.co.uk, de-academic.com, zeno.org, openlibrary.org

SAINT RUFINA AND COMPANIONS, MARTYRS - 25 AUGUST

ALL SAINTS CELEBRATED IN AUGUST Saints celebrated on the 25th of August WELCOME! SAINT RUFINA AND COMPANIONS, MARTYRS Saints Rufina, Eutica, Julianus (Julius), Hermes, Justus and 18 unnamed soldiers are listed as martyrs; according to the source they suffered in Capua in Campania. However, it is not really proven whether they really suffered there - or maybe elsewhere. (V. 138) (Information from Stadler 's Complete Encyclopedia of Saints, Volume 5, Augsburg, 1882, p. 156) Stadler's Complete Encyclopedia of Saints - Sources and Abbreviations PRAYER: Grant, we beseech you, almighty God, that the venerable feast of Saints Rufina, Eutica, Julianus, Hermes, Justus, and Companions may increase our devotion and promote our salvation. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen. Sources of these articles (in the original German): books.google.co.uk, de-academic.com, ze...

ERMINA, WIDOW - 25 AUGUST

ALL SAINTS CELEBRATED IN AUGUST Saints celebrated on the 25th of August ERMINA, WIDOW Marlotin writes his History of the Metropolis of Reims* that Ermina [Ermine] is buried in the nave of the Church of Saint Paul there. She was virtuous widow of Reims who had many extraordinary, supernatural appearances and died in A.D. 1394. (v. 5) Ermina is also remembered on August 26. (Information from Stadler 's Complete Encyclopedia of Saints, Volume 2, Augsburg, 1861, p. 82) *A hagiography source used by the authors Stadler's Complete Encyclopedia of Saints - Sources and Abbreviations Sources of these articles (in the original German): books.google.co.uk, de-academic.com, zeno.org, openlibrary.org

SAINT EPIPHANIUS, PATRIARCH OF CONSTANTINOPLE - 25 AUGUST

ALL SAINTS CELEBRATED IN AUGUST Saints celebrated on the 25th of August SAINT EPIPHANIUS, PATRIARCH OF CONSTANTINOPLE Saint Epiphanius, who is commemorated on August 25, was Patriarch of Constantinople around the year 535. (V. 164) (Information from Stadler 's Complete Encyclopedia of Saints, Volume 2, Augsburg, 1861, p. 74-75) Stadler's Complete Encyclopedia of Saints - Sources and Abbreviations PRAYER: Grant, we beseech you, almighty God, that the venerable feast of Saint Epiphanius may increase our devotion and promote our salvation. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen. Sources of these articles (in the original German): books.google.co.uk, de-academic.com, zeno.org, openlibrary.org

SAINT PATRICIA, VIRGIN - 25 AUGUST

ALL SAINTS CELEBRATED IN AUGUST Saints celebrated on the 25th of August SAINT PATRICIA, VIRGIN Today, we also commemorate Saint Patricia . The Roman Martyrology states: "At Naples, Saint Patricia, virgin." PRAYER: Grant, we beseech you, almighty God, that the venerable feast of Saint Patricia may increase our devotion and promote our salvation. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen. ➡️ More information about Saint Patricia

SAINT MAGINUS, MARTYR - 25 AUGUST

ALL SAINTS CELEBRATED IN AUGUST Saints celebrated on the 25th of August SAINT MAGINUS, MARTYR Today, we also commemorate Saint Maginus. The Roman Martyrology states: "At Tarragona, Saint Maginus, martyr." PRAYER: Grant, we beseech you, almighty God, that the venerable feast of Saint Maginus may increase our devotion and promote our salvation. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen.

SAINT JULIAN, MARTYR - 25 AUGUST

ALL SAINTS CELEBRATED IN AUGUST Saints celebrated on the 25th of August SAINT JULIAN, MARTYR Today, we also commemorate Saint Julian. The Roman Martyrology states: "In Syria, Saint Julian, martyr." PRAYER: Grant, we beseech you, almighty God, that the venerable feast of Saint Julian may increase our devotion and promote our salvation. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen.

SAINT GENESIUS, MARTYR OF ARLES - 25 AUGUST

ALL SAINTS CELEBRATED IN AUGUST Saints celebrated on the 25th of August SAINT GENESIUS, MARTYR OF ARLES Today, we also commemorate Saint Genesius. The Roman Martyrology states: "At Arles, in France, another blessed Genesius, who, filling the office of notary, and refusing to record the impious edicts by which Christians were commanded to be punished, threw away his tablets publicly, and declared himself a Christian. He was seized and beheaded, and thus attained to the glory of martyrdom through baptism in his blood." PRAYER: Grant, we beseech you, almighty God, that the venerable feast of Saint Genesius may increase our devotion and promote our salvation. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen.

SAINT GERONTIUS, BISHOP - 25 AUGUST

ALL SAINTS CELEBRATED IN AUGUST Saints celebrated on the 25th of August WELCOME! SAINT GERONTIUS, BISHOP Today, we also commemorate Saint Gerontius. The Roman Martyrology states: "At Italica, in Spain, Saint Gerontius, a bishop, who preached the Gospel in that country in apostolic times, and after many labours died in prison." PRAYER: Grant, we beseech you, almighty God, that the venerable feast of Saint Gerontius may increase our devotion and promote our salvation. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen.

BL. MIGUEL DE CARVALHO, PRIEST AND MARTYR - 25 AUGUST

ALL SAINTS CELEBRATED IN AUGUST Saints celebrated on the 25th of August Prayer to the Angels and the Saints Heavenly Father, in praising Your Angels and Saints we praise Your glory, for by honouring them we honour You, their Creator. Their splendour shows us Your greatness, which infinitely surpasses that of all creation. In Your loving providence, You saw fit to send Your Angels to watch over us. Grant that we may always be under their protection and one day enjoy their company in heaven. Heavenly Father, You are glorified in Your Saints, for their glory is the crowning of Your gifts. You provide an example for us by their lives on earth, You give us their friendship by our communion with them, You grant us strength and protection through their prayer for the Church, and You spur us on to victory over evil and the prize of eternal glory by this great company of witnesses. Grant that we who aspire to take part in their joy may be filled with the Spirit that blessed their lives, s...

SS. EUSEBIUS, PONTIANUS, VINCENT, AND PEREGRINUS, MARTYRS - 25 AUGUST

ST EBBA, VIRGIN AND ABBESS - 25 AUGUST

BL. MARIA DEL TRANSITO CABANILLAS, FOUNDRESS - 25 AUGUST

BL. ALESSANDRO DORDI, PRIEST AND MARTYR - 25 AUGUST

ALL SAINTS CELEBRATED IN AUGUST Saints celebrated on the 25th of August WELCOME! BLESSED ALESSANDRO DORDI, PRIEST AND MARTYR Blessed Alessandro Dordi was born on January 23, 1931 and he served as a priest in his birthplace of Bergamo. Dordi had administered to Italian immigrants in Switzerland and he served in watch factories there as a worker-priest. It was there that he became aware of the concerns of the working class and decided to place great focus on social matters. A GREAT FOCUS ON SOCIAL MATTERS He was also a member of the missions of Fidei Donum and travelled to Peru where he did work in the missions there. He served in the Santa parish and was committed to the farming sector while helping them implement rural development programmes. HE KEPT SAYING THAT HE WOULD BE THE NEXT VICTIM At the time he learned of the fates of the two Polish Conventual Franciscan Fathers friars, Fr Tomaszek and Fr Strzalkowski , who were killed by Maoist terrorists on August 9...