Christianfeast day:
Adjutor, Aimo, Amator, Peter and Louis, Donatus of Evorea, Eutropius of Saintes, Marie Guyart(Anglican Church of Canada), Marie of the Incarnation (Ursuline), Maximus of Rome, BlessedMiles Gerard, Pomponius of Naples, Pope Pius V, Quirinus of Neuss, Sarah Josepha Hale(Episcopal Church), Suitbert the Younger, April 30 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
A collection of Christian feast days honoring various saints and church figures observed on April 30th.
On April 30th, multiple Christian traditions commemorate a range of saints and holy figures. Observances include feasts for St. Pius V, known for his role in the Counter-Reformation, and St. Quirinus of Neuss, a Roman martyr. The day also honors missionaries like Marie Guyart and Marie of the Incarnation, who contributed to spreading Christianity in Canada. Anglican and Episcopal churches remember Sarah Josepha Hale and other notable figures through special prayers and hymns. Eastern Orthodox communities mark the day with liturgical services, readings, and icon veneration. The diversity of commemorations highlights the rich tapestry of Christian heritage and devotion.
feast day
Adjutor
Aimo
Amator, Peter and Louis
Donatus of Evorea
Eutropius of Saintes
Marie Guyart
Anglican Church of Canada
Marie of the Incarnation (Ursuline)
Maximus of Rome
Blessed
Miles Gerard
Pomponius of Naples
Pope Pius V
Quirinus of Neuss
Sarah Josepha Hale
Episcopal Church
Suitbert the Younger
April 30 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
May Eve, the eve of the first day of summer in the Northern hemisphere(seeMay 1):
Beltanebegins at sunset in the Northern hemisphere,Samhainbegins at sunset in the Southern hemisphere. (Neo-DruidicWheel of the Year), Walpurgis Night(Central and Northern Europe)
May Eve, known as Beltane, Samhain, or Walpurgis Night, marks the seasonal cross-quarter celebrations around April 30th.
May Eve serves as the threshold between seasons in various pagan and folkloric traditions. In the Northern Hemisphere, Beltane begins at sunset, celebrating fertility, fire, and the coming of summer with bonfires and dancing. In the Southern Hemisphere, Samhain marks the start of winter, honoring ancestors through rituals and offerings. Central and Northern Europe observe Walpurgis Night on April 30th, lighting bonfires and holding festivals to ward off evil spirits. Neo-Druidic practices refer to it as part of the Wheel of the Year, emphasizing nature's cycles and community gatherings. These celebrations blend ancient customs with modern cultural events, drawing participants worldwide.
May Eve
May 1
Beltane
Samhain
Neo-Druidic
Wheel of the Year
Walpurgis Night
Adjutor
Commemorating Saint Adjutor, a medieval crusader hermit revered for his faith and miracles.
Saint Adjutor was a French noble who, after returning from the Crusades, devoted his life to prayer and service.
Legend tells of his rescue at sea through divine intervention, earning him the patronage of boatmen and prisoners.
He founded hermitages and monasteries, living a life of asceticism and aiding the local poor.
Pilgrims seek his intercession for safe voyages, protection, and spiritual guidance.
The feast day celebrates his enduring legacy of faith, compassion, and miraculous grace.
Adjutor
Aimo
Aimo
Amator, Peter and Louis
Commemorating Saints Amator, Peter, and Louis, early Christian martyrs honored for their steadfast faith and sacrifice.
Though details of their lives remain scarce, tradition holds that Amator, Peter, and Louis stood firm in their Christian beliefs during periods of persecution.
The trio is venerated for choosing faith over surrender, offering inspiration to generations of believers.
Communities honor them with prayer services and reflections on courage in adversity.
Their story underscores themes of sacrifice, unity, and unyielding devotion to spiritual principles.
The feast invites the faithful to reflect on the power of conviction and solidarity in challenging times.
Amator, Peter and Louis
Donatus of Evorea
Donatus of Evorea
Eutropius of Saintes
Honoring Saint Eutropius, believed to be the first bishop of Saintes known for his evangelistic zeal and martyrdom.
Saint Eutropius is credited with bringing Christianity to the region of Saintes in Gaul during the 1st century.
He is remembered for his missionary journeys, foundational role in the early Church, and eventual martyrdom.
Pilgrims visit his tomb and local churches that bear his name, seeking his intercession for spiritual guidance.
His legacy endures in annual liturgies that celebrate faith, perseverance, and the spread of the Gospel.
The feast day reconnects communities with early Christian heritage and the sacrifices of its pioneers.
Eutropius of Saintes
Marie Guyart(Anglican Church of Canada)
Commemorating Marie Guyart of the Incarnation, a French Ursuline nun and educator who founded the first girls’ school in New France.
Marie Guyart, also known as Mother Marie of the Incarnation, arrived in Quebec in 1639 to establish an Ursuline convent and school.
She became a key figure in education and cultural exchange between French settlers and Indigenous peoples.
Renowned for her writings, she documented her experiences and visions, influencing Catholic thought and missionary activity.
The Anglican Church of Canada honors her ecumenical spirit, educational mission, and devotion to serving marginalized communities.
Her life inspires commitments to faith, learning, and cross-cultural understanding across denominations.
Marie Guyart
Anglican Church of Canada
Marie of the Incarnation (Ursuline)
Commemorates the life of Marie of the Incarnation, a French Ursuline nun and missionary to New France.
Born Marie Guyart in 1599, she overcame childhood blindness to join the Ursuline order. In 1639, she founded the first convent in Quebec City and dedicated her life to educating young women. Her letters and spiritual writings offer deep insights into early missionary life in North America. She fostered cultural exchange between French settlers and Indigenous peoples. Canonized by Pope Paul VI in 2014, she is revered as the patron saint of education in Canada.
Marie of the Incarnation (Ursuline)
Maximus of Rome
Remember the feast of Saint Maximus of Rome, an early Christian martyr honored for his unwavering faith.
Saint Maximus of Rome is honored as a martyr who lived in the early centuries of Christianity. According to tradition, he was arrested for refusing to renounce his faith during imperial persecutions. His courage inspired other believers to stand firm under pressure. Little concrete historical detail survives, but liturgical calendars preserve his memory. His feast day on April 30 invites reflection on steadfast devotion in adversity.
Maximus of Rome
Blessed Miles Gerard
Honors Blessed Miles Gerard, an English Carthusian monk and martyr who died refusing the Act of Supremacy.
Blessed Miles Gerard was a Carthusian monk at Beauvale Charterhouse in England during the Reformation. In 1535, he refused King Henry VIII’s Oath of Supremacy declaring the monarch head of the Church of England. Consequently, he was condemned as a traitor and hanged at Tyburn. His unwavering commitment to his faith under persecution exemplifies spiritual conviction. Beatified by Pope Leo XIII in 1886, he is venerated among the Carthusian martyrs of England.
Blessed
Miles Gerard
Pomponius of Naples
Commemorates Saint Pomponius of Naples, an early bishop and leader of the Christian community in southern Italy.
Saint Pomponius of Naples served as one of the early bishops of Naples in the second century. He is remembered for guiding the fledgling Christian community through periods of growth amid Roman society. Tradition holds he strengthened the faith of believers and upheld pastoral care. While historical records are scarce, his enduring veneration reflects his importance to Neapolitan Christianity. His feast day on April 30 honors his legacy as a shepherd of early believers.
Pomponius of Naples