Saint Anastasius of Sinai
A monk and priest at Mount Sinai in the 7th century, Anastasius was a staunch defender of orthodoxy against Monophysite heresies. Nicknamed …
Saints Calendar
April 21st
6 saints celebrated
Saint Anselm of Canterbury
Born in Aosta, Anselm became Abbot of Bec in Normandy before being appointed Archbishop of Canterbury. He fought firmly against the kings of…
Conrad of Parzham
A Capuchin lay brother, Saint Conrad of Parzham (1818-1894) served for forty-one years as the porter of the Altötting friary in Bavaria, whe…
John Saziari
John Saziari (c. 1327 - 1371) was an Italian farmer and Franciscan tertiary from Cagli, known for his life of prayer, work, and his healing …
Saint Maximian of Constantinople
Born in Rome, Maximian became Patriarch of Constantinople in 434 following the deposition of Nestorius. Despite his lack of eloquence, his p…
The One Hundred and Twenty Martyrs of Adiabene
During the reign of King Shapur in 344, one hundred and twenty Christians of Adiabene, including nine virgins and several clerics, were arre…
Frequently asked questions
Which saints are celebrated on April 21st?
On April 21st, the Church notably celebrates: Saint Anastasius of Sinai, Saint Anselm of Canterbury, Conrad of Parzham, John Saziari, Saint Maximian of Constantinople and The One Hundred and Twenty Martyrs of Adiabene.