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St. Gregory, one of the greatest Popes to fill the Chair of Peter, was a Roman of noble birth. By steady application of God-given powers he gained for himself the reputation of being one of the greatest scholars of his day.

St. Thomas was one of the chosen Twelve, otherwise called Didymus (twin). His name occurs in all of the Gospels, but in St. John’s Gospel he plays a prominent role.

St. Timothy was born at Lystra in Asia Minor. Saint Timothy was a beloved disciple of St. Paul, forsaking his country, his home and his parents to follow the Apostle and to share in his poverty and sufferings

St. Peter Nolasco was born near Castelnaudary, France, in 1182, of a noble family. From his youth, he was noted for his piety, almsgiving and charity.

Saint Germaine Cousin was born in 1579 in Pibrac, a small village in France. She has been termed “The saint without a history”.