Apostles
Known as the "Twin" or the doubter.
Thomas
She established the Missionaries of Charity in 1950, and won the Nobel Peace Prize for her charitable works.
Saint Teresa of Calcutta
A Bishop in the early Church, he became synonymous with "Santa Claus".
Saint Nicholas
A patron saint of Italy. He thought that nature was the mirror of God. He loved animals and called all creatures his “brothers” and “sisters.”
Saint Francis of Assisi
Known as the patron saint of lovers, happy marriages, and engaged couples. His association with love comes from his legend of secretly marrying couples against a Roman emperor's decree.
Saint Valentine
Considered the first Pope.
Peter
He was a computer whiz who used his skills to create websites that documented Eucharistic miracles and spread his faith online. Canonized in 2025.
Saint Carlo Acutis
After studying to become a priest, he returned to Ireland as a missionary to spread Christianity to the Irish people. Taught the about the Trinity using a shamrock.
Saint Patrick
A patron saint of France. She was inspired by divine visions to lead the French army during the Hundred Years’ War (1337-1453), in which England attempted to take control of France.
Saint Joan of Arc
God's warrior who cast out Satan and a principal patron for soldiers, police, and others in dangerous professions.
Saint Michael the Archangel
He was originally a tax collector.
Matthew
This priest volunteered to die in place of a man while in the German death camp of Auschwitz, Poland during WWII.
Saint Maximilian Kolbe
Known as the Immaculate Conception, Queen of Heaven.
Mary the "Mother of God"
A patron saint of Ireland. She was known for kindness and charity and started a convent in Kildare.
Saint Brigid
Known as the patron saint of missionaries, evangelists, writers, and journalists. An early persecutor of Christians until he was blinded and called by Christ to spread the Gospel to the Gentiles.
Saint Paul the Apostle
This Apostle was the only one that was NOT martyred.
John
Italian pediatrician known for her devotion to family, medicine, and faith. She is the patron saint of mothers, physicians, and the unborn.
Saint Gianna Beretta Molla
A Jewish prophet who lived in the Judean desert, preparing people for the coming of Jesus by preaching repentance and baptizing them in the Jordan River.
Saint John the Baptist
A patron saint of Peru. Her family wanted her to marry, but she chose a life dedicated to God in prayer and fasting. She became a nun with the Third Order of Saint Dominic and was known for helping the sick and hungry in her community.
Saint Rose of Lima
Known as the patron saint of travelers, but is also invoked for protection for children, drivers, athletes, and in times of danger or hardship. Known as "Christ-bearer."
Saint Christopher
Recognized as the first disciple to follow Jesus followed by his brother Simon (Peter).
Andrew
Known for the stigmata, which are wounds similar to those of Christ's crucifixion, and for his spiritual gifts such as bilocation, reading souls, and numerous miracles of healing.
Saint Padre Pio
He is often portrayed as a man of quiet faith and action. Known as a carpenter, revered as a powerful intercessor for the protection of the family and home.
Saint Joseph
A patron Saint of Spain. She wrote books and spoke about the different stages of prayer, from simple mental prayer to a deep feeling of being one with God.
Saint Teresa of Avila
Known for his powerful preaching, wisdom as a Doctor of the Church and the first teacher of the Franciscan Order, he became the patron saint to find lost items and help people in various struggles.
Saint Anthony of Padua