Hermit and wonder-worker whose solitary hermitage in Thessaly, Greece, became known as the Soterion, “the place of healing.” The post Saint Luke the Younger appeared first on uCatholic.

Saint Paul Miki and Companions, canonized martyrs, heroically upheld their Christian faith, facing crucifixion in Japan during the 16th-century religious persecution. The post Saint Paul Miki and Companions appeared first on uCatholic.

Saint Agatha of Sicily (6th century) devoted her life to God, resisting suitors. She was martyred after being forced into a brothel. The post Saint Agatha appeared first on uCatholic.

Saint Joan of Valois, 1464 - 1505, was the second daughter of Louis XI, King of France, and Charlotte of Savoy. St. Joan was by no means a prepossessing figure: she was hunch-backed, lame and pock-marked. On her husband's succession to the throne he obtained a declaration that the marriage was invalid. Joan, therefore, was not to be queen of France; she was given instead the title of Duchess of Berry. “If so it is to be, praised be the Lord”, was her remark on this occasion. The post Saint Joan of Valois appeared first on uCatholic.

4th-century bishop, martyr, and protector of throats and wild animals. Known for miraculous healings and his compassion. The post Saint Blaise appeared first on uCatholic.

The Feast of the Presentation of Jesus at the Temple marks Mary's purification and Jesus' first introduction to the temple in accordance with Mosaic law. The post Feast of the Presentation of the Lord appeared first on uCatholic.

Saint Brigid of Ireland, born around 452, was the Abbess of Ireland's first convent and co-patroness, known for her deep spirituality and compassion. The post Saint Brigid of Ireland appeared first on uCatholic.