The history of the Church is full of many female / women Catholic saints, who received recognition for great deeds or meritorious conduct. Many lost their lives in defense of the faith, while …

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Marguerite Bourgeoys was born in Troyes, France, on the banks of the Seine in 1620. At the age of 20, she had an encounter with God that would mark her forever. On the feast day of the …

Mar 6, 2021 · First female martyr: St. Thecla (1st century) Though not found in the Bible, the story of St. Thecla (a disciple of St. Paul) is an ancient one. Having heard Paul preach, Thecla …

Feb 24, 2008 · On 31 October 1982, Bourgeoys was canonized as a saint by Pope John Paul II, becoming the first female Canadian Roman Catholic saint. At the time of her canonization, …

Catherine of Alexandria was a highly educated young woman from Alexandria, Egypt, who was martyred under the rule of Emperor Maxentius. She is considered a Christian saint and martyr.

Jan 13, 2025 · Explore the extraordinary stories of early Catholic women saints, from martyrs like St. Perpetua to scholars like St. Marcella.

St. Mary Magdalene, the patron saint of women, was a close friend and disciple of Jesus Christ who lived during the 1st century in Galilee (then part of the ancient Roman Empire and now …

Saint Thecla, the first female martyr of Christianity, is celebrated for her unwavering faith, chastity, and miraculous escape from death. Learn more about her legacy and significance in early …

“One of the most famous woman apostles was Thecla, a virgin-martyr converted by Paul. She cut her hair, donned men's clothing, and took up the duties of a missionary apostle. Threatened …