SAINTS
Friday, 16 October 2026
Ordinary Time
OPT_MEMORIAL
The greater one is by birth, the greater one must be in virtue.
Duchess of Silesia who lived a life of profound humility and charity, caring for the poor and the sick in her regional hospitals.
October 16 · 18th century
Patron · expectant mothers, children, the falsely accused
Miracle worker and devoted Redemptorist
Gerard Majella was an Italian Redemptorist brother known for his miraculous works and deep devotion to God. He exhibited extraordinary virtues and was renowned for his gift of bilocation, often seen assisting the sick during a plague. He was canonized in 1904 and is celebrated for his profound charity and commitment to his religious life.
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October 16 · 7th century
Patron · Switzerland, monks, students
Pioneer of Christianity in Switzerland
Saint Gall was an Irish abbot and missionary who played a significant role in the spread of Christianity in Switzerland. He accompanied Saint Columban to France and later settled near Lake Constance, where he founded a monastery that became a center for Christian teaching. Known for his humility and dedication, he converted many idolaters and is remembered for his miraculous deeds and peaceful coexistence with nature.
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October 16 · Medieval
Patron · Silesia, widows, the poor
A model of charity and devotion
Saint Hedwig was a Polish duchess known for her piety and charitable works. After the death of her husband, she dedicated her life to the Cistercian convent of Trebnitz, where she served under her daughter, the abbess. She is remembered for her devotion to the Blessed Sacrament and her care for the poor and marginalized.
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