Through the miraculous appearance of the Virgin Mary in the image on Juan Deigo’s tilma, and the message it conveyed, thousands of Native Mexicans converted to Catholicism from the pagan Aztec religion. 

Our Lady of Guadalupe. Feast day: December 12.

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Rival popes, vicious scandals, and heretical teachings were just a few of the difficulties Damasus faced during his time as pope. Yet he still managed to give us the most popular translation of Scripture used today. 

Pope Saint Damasus 304 - 384. Feast day: December 11.

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Was the home of Mary miraculously moved by angels? This precious holy house was moved from its origins in Nazareth to Loreto, Italy in order to preserve it from harm. 

Holy House of Loreto. Feast day: December 10.

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As a poor widower and convert to Catholicism, Juan Diego humbly accepted the vision of Our Lady of Guadalupe and through his faithfulness brought the miracle of her sacred image to Mexico.

Saint Juan Diego 1474-1548. Feast day: December 9.

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Belief in Mary’s preservation from original sin has been an accepted teaching of the Church since early in Church history, but it wasn’t until the 19th century that the doctrine was clearly defined. 

Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception . Feast day: December 8.

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Wielding the powers of rhetoric, diplomacy, and philosophical understanding, Ambrose was a formidable Bishop with a commanding influence that converted even the hardest hearts.

Saint Ambrose of Milan 340 -397. Feast day: December 7.

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A holy bishop known for his generosity to the poor and passionate defense of Church doctrine, Saint Nicholas is also known for performing miracles and converting hearts.

Saint Nicholas of Myra. Died 346. Feast day: December 6.

Patron Saint of: Penitent Criminals, Brides, the Poor, Children, Sailors, and Dockworkers

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Leaving everything he knew behind, Justinian became a traveling monk whose contagious faith and awareness of the supernatural made him a powerful man of God. 

Saint Justinian of Ramsey. Sixth Century. Feast day: December 5.

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A passionate defender of Catholic tradition and the veneration of holy icons, John helped to shape the ultimate stance of the Church about holy images. 

Saint John of Damascus. 676 - 749. Feast day: December 4.

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Finding his calling as a missionary, Francis became known for his skills at adapting to the different cultures and people groups he was sent to. 

Saint Francis Xavier 1506 - 1552. Feast day: December 3.

Patron Saint of: All Missions

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