Saint Celestine I, Pope
A 5th-century pope born in Campania, Celestine I is famous for convening the Council of Ephesus in 431, affirming the do…
Historical figure
Nestorius
prêtre (baptiseur)
9 saints linked
Saint Cyril of Alexandria
Patriarch of Alexandria in the 5th century, Cyril was the great defender of the dogma of divine motherhood against Nesto…
Saint Dalmatius (Dalmat)
A former officer under Emperor Theodosius, Dalmatius became a monk under the guidance of Saint Isaac in Constantinople. …
Saint Desideratus of Bourges
Bishop of Bourges in the 6th century, Saint Désiré succeeded Saint Arcade. He actively participated in the Councils of O…
Saint Hilary (Pope)
Successor to Saint Leo the Great in the 5th century, Pope Hilary was a rigorous defender of ecclesiastical hierarchy and…
Saint Maximian of Constantinople
Born in Rome, Maximian became Patriarch of Constantinople in 434 following the deposition of Nestorius. Despite his lack…
Saints Anthony, John and Eustathius (Martyrs of Vilnius)
Chamberlains to Grand Duke Algirdas in Lithuania, Anthony, John, and Eustathius converted to Christianity. For refusing …
Saint Tryphon of Constantinople
A humble monk who became Bishop of Constantinople, Saint Tryphon was the victim of a political ruse in 945. Deceived by …
Saint Vincent of Lérins
A former soldier born in Toul, Vincent retired to the monastery of Lérins to dedicate himself to God. He is famous for h…