February 24

Borrell served as bishop of Vic until his death in 1018, leading the church in a time of political consolidation in Catalonia. He worked to reform clerical discipline and strengthen ties between his diocese and the emerging Catalan counts. Borrell participated in regional councils addressing ecclesiastical governance and property disputes. His leadership contributed to the stability and organization of the Vic church. Medieval records note his administrative efforts and the growth of his diocese under his guidance.

Thomas served as archbishop of York until his death in 1114, overseeing church affairs in northern England. He worked to assert York’s independence from Canterbury and managed disputes between the clergy and local nobility. His tenure saw the strengthening of ecclesiastical courts and administrative reforms. Thomas participated in negotiations with the monarchy to protect church privileges. His diplomatic skills and commitment to reform helped shape the structure of the northern English church during a pivotal era.

Metropolitan Mefodiy served as a prominent figure in the Ukrainian Orthodox Church, guiding the faith community through periods of change and challenge. Born in 1949, he devoted his life to theological scholarship and pastoral care. Over decades of service, he held leadership roles that influenced church policy and outreach. Mefodiy worked to strengthen connections between clergy and laity, fostering spiritual growth across Ukraine. His legacy endures in the communities he supported and the religious discourse he helped shape.