SAINT FEAST DAY FOR EVERY DAY OF THE YEAR

  ALL SAINTS CELEBRATED IN FEBRUARY   Saints celebrated on the 11th of February WELCOME! SAINT ADOLF, BISHOP OF OSNABRÜCK The name Adolf   is derived from the Old German Ataulf , i.e., the helpful father .  Saint Adolf ( Adolphus , Adolph) is commemorated on (February 11 [June 30]). Born in the mid-12th century to noble parents, Adolf initially held the position of canon in Cologne. When he once visited the Cistercian monastery of Kamp in the diocese of Cologne, the sight of the flagellating* monks made such an impression on his heart that he decided to take the habit of the order as well. He spent only a short time in the monastery in Kamp, however, because due to his excellent qualities and zeal for virtue, he was elevated to the episcopal see of Osnabrück, which he ascended as the 28th bishop of that diocese. As such, he truly proved himself a faithful successor of  Saint Wiho and was particularly distinguished by his generosity towards the poor and his fath...

  ALL SAINTS CELEBRATED IN SEPTEMBER Saints celebrated on the 27th of September SAINTS ADOLF AND JOHN, MARTYRS Today, we also commemorate Saints Adolf and John. The Roman Martyrology states:  "At  Cordova [Cordoba] , the holy martyrs Adolf and John, brothers, who won the martyr's crown in the Arabian persecution." PRAYER: Grant, we beseech you, almighty God, that the venerable feast of Saints Adolf and John 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.