Having a close relationship with her brother Benedict, Scholastica was a righteous woman who sharpened her brother’s faith and revealed her closeness to God when He granted her request despite Benedict’s refusal. 

Saint Scholastica 480 - 543. Feast day: February 10.

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Seized by an angry mob who blamed the Christians for every problem in their city, Apollonia was faced with the choice of denying Christ or death by fire. 

Saint Apollonia. Martyred 249. Feast day: February 9.

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Kidnapped and sold into slavery as a child, Bakhita experienced great suffering until she finally found solace at a convent where she learned about God and found her freedom.  

Saint Josephine Bakhita 1869 - 1947. Feast day: February 8.

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Caught up in the chaos of World War II while ministering to a small mountain village, Alfredo continued his work among the people despite the mounting tension and brought many souls to Christ.

Saint Alfredo of Cremonesi 1902 - 1953. Feast day: February 7.

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Japanese converts, Paul Miki and his companions preached Christ to anyone who would listen and fearlessly gave up their lives to spread the gospel.

Saint Paul Miki and Companions. 1562 - 1597. Feast day: February 6.

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A beautiful woman desired by men, Agatha could have had a luxurious life but she chose rather to satisfy God with reckless abandon. 

Saint Agatha of Sicily. Martyred 250. Feast day: February 5.

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Suffering from physical deformities and a loveless marriage, Joan entrusted her life completely to God and allowed Him to work through her to form her own Order of Nuns.  

Saint Joan of Valois 1464 - 1505. Feast day: February 4.

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As a bishop and a doctor, Blaise was known for his piety, his willingness to help those in need and his powers of healing. 

Saint Blaise. Martyred 316. Feast day: February 3.

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Born into total poverty and suffering the loss of loved ones, Maria was able to walk alongside the people she served and become a true example of Christ to those who suffered in the same way.

Saint Maria Katarina Kasper 1820 - 1898. Feast day: February 2.

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Although born into slavery, Brigid had a charitable heart whose faith became a flaming arrow of love that struck the hearts of many around her.  

Saint Brigid of Ireland 453 - 523. Feast day: February 1.

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