Feast of Saint Ignatius of Antioch

On October 17, the Church honors Saint Ignatius of Antioch, one of the earliest and most courageous bishops of the Christian faith. Born around the year 35, Ignatius was the third bishop of Antioch, following Saint Peter and Saint Evodius. He led his community during a time of persecution and is remembered for his deep love of Christ and the Church.

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Saint Carlo Acutis, canonized on October 10, 2025, is the first millennial saint - a reminder that holiness is possible even in our fast-moving, digital world.

Born in 1991, Carlo grew up in Milan with a deep love for the Eucharist and the Blessed Mother. He attended daily Mass, prayed the Rosary, and often said, "The Eucharist is my highway to Heaven." Though only fifteen when he died of leukemia, his short life was filled with faith, joy, and purpose.

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October 4 is the feast of Saint Francis of Assisi, a saint who still shakes the Church awake. Born in 1181 to wealth in Assisi, Francis abandoned comfort and status to follow Christ with nothing but faith. He chose poverty, preached with fire, and lived the Gospel so completely that people could not ignore him. His life was a challenge, a warning, and an invitation all at once.

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