June 23

Born in 636 to East Anglian royalty, she was known for her deep devotion and leadership in the early English Church. After two politically arranged marriages, she maintained her vow of virginity and entered religious life. She founded the double monastery at Ely and served as its first abbess, guiding it through rapid growth. Miracles were attributed to her both during her life and after her death, fueling her veneration. Celebrated as a model of piety and charity, she became one of medieval England's most beloved saints.

Elected Archbishop of Mainz in 1131, Adalbert became a key advisor to Emperor Lothair III during a time of imperial reform. He presided over ecclesiastical synods and advocated for monastic renewal within his archdiocese. Known for his administrative skill, he restructured church finances and supported the construction of Gothic churches. His diplomatic missions included representing the empire at papal courts in Rome. Adalbert's tenure helped shape the relationship between the German church and secular authorities in the High Middle Ages.

Giacomo Gaetani Stefaneschi (c. 1270–23 June 1343) was an Italian cardinal deacon and esteemed writer. A nephew of Pope Boniface VIII, he held the deaconry of San Giorgio in Velabro. Stefaneschi authored one of the earliest biographies of a pope and compiled valuable historical documents. He organized papal liturgies and oversaw the administration of St. Peter's Basilica. His works remain important sources for scholars studying the Avignon Papacy and early 14th-century church affairs.

Born in 1838 in Bengal, Bhaktivinoda Thakur combined his career as a civil servant with a calling as a spiritual reformer. He authored more than 100 works on Gaudiya Vaishnava philosophy, emphasizing heartfelt devotion over ritualism. Thakur revitalized the teachings of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu and established temples and societies to spread his message. His efforts laid the foundation for modern Gaudiya Vaishnavism and influenced global devotional movements. Figures like Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada later drew upon his writings to carry the tradition worldwide.

Nirmala Joshi (1934–2015) was an Indian Catholic nun, lawyer, and social worker who served as the second Superior General of the Missionaries of Charity. With a background in law, she guided the order through global expansion of its humanitarian work, opening new homes for the destitute, orphaned, and sick. She fostered partnerships with local communities and international agencies to address poverty, education, and healthcare challenges. Joshi’s leadership balanced administrative acumen with deep spiritual commitment, upholding the mission of serving the poorest of the poor. After her retirement, she continued to inspire social service initiatives until her passing.