June 25

John Albert Vasa was the younger son of King Sigismund III Vasa of Poland and Sweden. Appointed cardinal-nephew at a young age, his elevation reflected the Vasa dynasty's Church connections. Due to his youth and fragile health, he never took part in church functions despite his title. His untimely death at twenty-two ended any potential political or religious roles he might have held. He remains a symbol of the close ties between royal power and the Catholic Church in 17th-century Europe.

Born in Turin in 1929, Francesco Marchisano was ordained a priest in 1952 and entered the Vatican diplomatic service. He served at nunciatures in the United States, France, and Turkey before being called to Rome in 1988. As Archbishop and later Cardinal, he became Prefect of the Congregation for the Causes of Saints, overseeing countless beatifications and canonizations. Known for his diplomatic skill and deep spirituality, he played a key role in modernizing the curial processes for saintly causes. He was a trusted advisor to several Popes and remained active in the Church until his death in 2014.

Jack W. Hayford was born in 1934 in Van Nuys, California, and rose to prominence as pastor of The Church On The Way. He served as the fourth President of the Foursquare Church, guiding one of the largest Pentecostal denominations. A gifted songwriter, Hayford composed 'Majesty', a worship anthem sung worldwide. He authored over 40 books on Christian life, leadership, and prayer fostering renewal movements. His legacy continues through the King’s University in Los Angeles and global ministry initiatives. He passed away in 2023.

Richard Clarke is an Irish Catholic archbishop born on June 25, 1949. Ordained in 1974, he served in various pastoral and administrative roles within the Church. In 2014, Clarke was appointed Archbishop of Armagh and Primate of All Ireland, becoming the spiritual leader of Catholics in both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. He is known for his commitment to reconciliation, interfaith dialogue, and social justice. Clarke has authored several pastoral letters and actively engages in ecumenical initiatives to promote peace and understanding.

Péter Erdő is a Hungarian cardinal born on June 25, 1952. Ordained in 1975, he earned doctorates in theology and canon law before serving in the Vatican's Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith. In 2002, Erdő was appointed Archbishop of Esztergom–Budapest and Primate of Hungary, and he was created cardinal by Pope John Paul II in 2003. He has been an influential figure in European Catholicism, participating in the 2005 and 2013 papal conclaves. Erdő is known for his scholarly writings on canon law and his commitment to ecumenical dialogue.