Barbara Maix
Barbara Maix (1818-1873), in religion Maria Barbara of the Most Holy Trinity, was an Austrian religious, foundress of the Congregation of th…
Saints Calendar
March 17th
9 saints celebrated
Saint Gertrude of Nivelles
Daughter of Pepin of Landen, Gertrude refused worldly honors and a royal marriage to dedicate herself to God. She became the first abbess of…
Jan Sarkander
Jan Sarkander (1576-1620), a Catholic priest from Moravia, died in Olomouc from the effects of torture for refusing to violate the seal of t…
Saint Joseph of Arimathea
A secret disciple of Jesus and member of the Sanhedrin, Joseph of Arimathea courageously intervened with Pilate to obtain the body of Christ…
Juan Nepomuceno Zegrí Moreno
Juan Nepomuceno Zegrí Moreno (1831-1905) was a Spanish priest, founder of the Congregation of the Sisters of Charity of Our Lady of Mercy, d…
Saint Patrick (Patricius)
Born in Gaul and captured by pirates, Patrick lived six years in slavery in Ireland before escaping. Trained by Saint Germanus of Auxerre an…
Pia Cantalupa
The Venerable Sister Anna Cantalupo (born Pia Cantalupa, 1888-1983) was an Italian religious of the Daughters of Charity, recognized for her…
Pietro Riminucci
Italian Capuchin lay brother, known as Brother Seraphin of Pietrarubbia, renowned for his simplicity, charity, and heroic patience.
Teresa Gallifa Palmarola
Teresa Gallifa Palmarola (1850-1907) was a Spanish religious sister, founder of the Congregation of the Servants of the Passion for the aid …
Frequently asked questions
Which saints are celebrated on March 17th?
On March 17th, the Church notably celebrates: Barbara Maix, Saint Gertrude of Nivelles, Jan Sarkander, Saint Joseph of Arimathea, Juan Nepomuceno Zegrí Moreno, Saint Patrick (Patricius), Pia Cantalupa and Pietro Riminucci.