Monday, July 22, 2024, 20:00
St. Bridget of Sweden is celebrated today, July 23, according to the Christian saint calendar, among other names.
Her origin is from the Royal House, within a noble family. She was a religious, Catholic, mystic, writer, and theologian from Sweden. Due to her closeness to royalty, she had access to the most influential political and social circles of her time. She was the founder of the Order of the Most Holy Saviour and is considered the patron saint of Sweden, one of the patrons of Europe and also of widows.
Today’s Name Day
Due to the large number of saints in the history of the Catholic Church, it is normal to celebrate several name days on the same day.
Other saints whose feast day is today
Abilio Ramos
Bernard of Alcira
John Cassian
Severus of Biza
Valerian of Cimiez
© Library of Christian Authors (J.L. Repetto, All Saints. 2007)