Blessed Alda
A widow from an honorable family of Siena, Alda joined the Third Order of the Humiliati and dedicated her life to the poor and to mortificat…
Saints Calendar
April 27th
8 saints celebrated
Saint Anthimus of Nicomedia
Bishop of Nicomedia at the beginning of the 4th century, Anthimus was a central figure of Christian resistance during the Diocletianic Perse…
Jakov Varingez
A Franciscan lay brother of Croatian origin, Jakov Varingez (c. 1400 - 1496) lived humbly in Bitetto, Italy, dedicating himself to the plagu…
María Antonia Bandrés Elósegui
María Antonia Bandrés Elósegui (1898-1919) was a young Spanish religious of the Congregation of the Daughters of Jesus, known for her joy in…
Nicolas Roland
Nicolas Roland (1642-1678) was a French priest, founder of the Congregation of the Sisters of the Holy Child Jesus, and spiritual guide to S…
Osanna of Kotor
Born Orthodox in Montenegro, Osanna of Kotor converted to Catholicism and lived for over forty years as a Dominican recluse. Known for her m…
Blessed Peter Armengol
A former bandit leader who converted, Peter Armengol became a religious of the Order of Mercy. He surrendered himself as a hostage in Africa…
Saint Zita
A devoted servant in Lucca during the 13th century, Saint Zita sanctified her condition through work, prayer, and heroic charity toward the …
Frequently asked questions
Which saints are celebrated on April 27th?
On April 27th, the Church notably celebrates: Blessed Alda, Saint Anthimus of Nicomedia, Jakov Varingez, María Antonia Bandrés Elósegui, Nicolas Roland, Osanna of Kotor, Blessed Peter Armengol and Saint Zita.