Francesco Antonio Marcucci
Italian bishop and founder of the Conceptionist Sisters, Francesco Antonio Marcucci dedicated his life to the education of young girls and t…
Saints Calendar
July 12th
10 saints celebrated
Saint John Gualbert
An 11th-century Florentine nobleman, John Gualbert renounced vengeance after forgiving his brother's murderer before a crucifix. He founded …
Saint Leo of Cava
Born in Lucca and educated in Salerno, Leo became the second abbot of the monastery of Cava in 1050. Known for his humility, he performed ar…
Louis Martin
Louis Martin (1823-1894), a watchmaker and jeweler from Alençon and father of Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, was canonized on October 18, 2015, b…
Marie-Azélie Guérin Martin
Marie-Azélie Guérin, known as Zélie Martin (1831-1877), lace-maker of Alençon and mother of Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, was canonized on Octob…
Martin Benedict
Martin Benedict (1931-1986) was a Romanian pediatrician and clandestine Franciscan priest under the communist regime, recognized as Venerabl…
Saint Menulphus
Originally from Ireland, Menou became Bishop of Quimper in the 7th century after being welcomed by Saint Corentin. Following a pilgrimage to…
Saint Nabor
Christian soldiers or citizens arrested during the persecution of Maximian Herculius, Nabor and his companion Felix endured numerous torment…
Teresa Janina Kierocińska
Foundress of the Congregation of the Carmelite Sisters of the Infant Jesus, she distinguished herself by her heroic charity and resistance w…
Saint Viventiolus (Juventiolus)
An eminent monk and scholar at Condat, Viventiole became Archbishop of Lyon around 514. A great scholar and friend of Saint Avitus, he playe…
Frequently asked questions
Which saints are celebrated on July 12th?
On July 12th, the Church notably celebrates: Francesco Antonio Marcucci, Saint John Gualbert, Saint Leo of Cava, Louis Martin, Marie-Azélie Guérin Martin, Martin Benedict, Saint Menulphus and Saint Nabor.