ChristianFeast Day:
Bernardo Tolomei, Bertulf of Bobbio, Saint Calminius, Ezequiél Moreno y Díaz, Feast of the Transfiguration(Julian calendar), and its related observances:Buhe(Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo ChurchandEritrean Orthodox Tewahedo Church)Saviour's Transfiguration, popularly known as the "Apples Feast" (Russian Orthodox ChurchandGeorgian Orthodox Church), Jean-Eudes de Mézeray, Louis of Toulouse, Maginus, Magnus of Anagni, Magnus of Avignon, Sebaldus, August 19 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
On August 19, various Christian traditions celebrate the Feast of the Transfiguration and the feast days of multiple saints.
The Feast of the Transfiguration commemorates Jesus’ revelation of divine glory on Mount Tabor, celebrated by many Eastern churches using the Julian calendar.
In Ethiopia and Eritrea, Buhe is observed with children singing and preparing doro wat (spiced chicken stew) around bonfires.
Russian and Georgian Orthodox Christians mark it as the Apples Feast, blessing the first fruits of the harvest.
Several saints are also honored on this day, including founders such as Bernardo Tolomei and early monastics like Bertulf of Bobbio.
Liturgical services, processions, and special prayers are held in monasteries and cathedrals, reflecting a blend of spiritual and cultural traditions.
Feast Day
Bernardo Tolomei
Bertulf of Bobbio
Saint Calminius
Ezequiél Moreno y Díaz
Feast of the Transfiguration
Julian calendar
Buhe
Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church
Eritrean Orthodox Tewahedo Church
Saviour's Transfiguration
Apples Feast
Russian Orthodox Church
Georgian Orthodox Church
Jean-Eudes de Mézeray
Louis of Toulouse
Maginus
Magnus of Anagni
Magnus of Avignon
Sebaldus
August 19 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
Bernardo Tolomei
Bernardo Tolomei
Bertulf of Bobbio
Bertulf of Bobbio
Saint Calminius
Saint Calminius
Ezequiél Moreno y Díaz
Feast day of Saint Ezequiél Moreno y Díaz, a Spanish missionary and bishop known for his service in the Philippines and Colombia.
Born in Spain in 1848, Ezequiél Moreno y Díaz joined the Augustinian Recollects and dedicated his life to missionary work. He served communities in the Philippines before being appointed Bishop of Pasto in Colombia, where he cared for the poor and the sick. Renowned for his compassion and humility, he worked tirelessly despite suffering from cancer in his final years. He died on August 19, 1906, and was canonized by Pope John Paul II in 1992. His feast day on August 19 is celebrated by clergy and lay faithful, especially those devoted to the sick and marginalized. Pilgrims and parish communities hold special masses and prayers in his honor on this day.
Ezequiél Moreno y Díaz
Feast of the Transfiguration(Julian calendar), and its related observances:
Buhe(Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo ChurchandEritrean Orthodox Tewahedo Church), Saviour's Transfiguration, popularly known as the "Apples Feast" (Russian Orthodox ChurchandGeorgian Orthodox Church)
A major feast commemorating the Transfiguration of Jesus on Mount Tabor, observed on August 19 according to the Julian calendar in Orthodox traditions.
The Feast of the Transfiguration celebrates the moment Jesus revealed his divine glory to Peter, James, and John on Mount Tabor. In churches that follow the Julian calendar, the feast falls on August 19 of the Gregorian calendar. Russian and Georgian Orthodox communities mark the day with the popular Apples Feast, symbolizing the first harvest and Christ’s transformation. In Ethiopian and Eritrean Orthodox Tewahedo Churches, the feast is known as Buhe and is celebrated with dawn church services and colorful processions. Believers bring fruits and vegetables to be blessed, reflecting gratitude for creation and spiritual renewal. Traditional music, local customs, and communal meals enrich the observance across diverse cultures.
Feast of the Transfiguration
Julian calendar
Buhe
Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church
Eritrean Orthodox Tewahedo Church
Saviour's Transfiguration
Apples Feast
Russian Orthodox Church
Georgian Orthodox Church
Jean-Eudes de Mézeray
Jean-Eudes de Mézeray
Louis of Toulouse
Feast day of Saint Louis of Toulouse, a royal prince who renounced his throne to serve the Church and the poor.
Born in 1274 into the Neapolitan royal family, Louis of Toulouse chose a life of poverty over political power. He joined the Franciscan Order and was ordained a bishop despite his early youth. As Bishop of Toulouse, he dedicated himself to caring for the poor, prisoners, and the sick. Louis died at the age of 23 on August 19, 1297, in Perugia, Italy. He was canonized by Pope John XXII in 1317 and remains a patron of priests and young religious. Communities commemorate his humility and charity through special liturgies and charitable works.
Louis of Toulouse
Maginus
Feast day of Saint Maginus, the patron saint and martyr honored in Tarragona for his steadfast faith.
Maginus was a Christian deacon who lived during the Roman persecution of the early Church. According to tradition, he provided aid to persecuted Christians before being arrested and tortured. He was martyred around the 3rd century, and his remains were venerated in Tarragona, Spain. Legends recount miraculous recoveries of his relics and healings attributed to his intercession. His feast on August 19 is marked by processions, prayer services, and cultural festivities in the region. Pilgrims visit his shrine to seek spiritual strength and healing.
Maginus
Magnus of Anagni
Commemoration of Saint Magnus of Anagni, an early bishop and martyr venerated in central Italy.
Saint Magnus served as a bishop in the town of Anagni before suffering martyrdom under Roman rule. He was renowned for his pastoral care and defense of Christian teachings. Historical accounts place his martyrdom during the Diocletian persecution in the 4th century. Legends tell of miraculous events surrounding the recovery and preservation of his relics. Communities in Anagni honor him on August 19 with liturgical celebrations and communal prayers. His legacy endures as a symbol of faith and courage in the face of adversity.
Magnus of Anagni
Magnus of Avignon
Feast day of Saint Magnus of Avignon, a 7th-century bishop known for his monastic leadership in southern France.
Saint Magnus served as Bishop of Avignon and later founded a monastery on the Rhône River. He was admired for his ascetic lifestyle and commitment to communal prayer. His leadership helped strengthen monastic practices and pastoral care in the Frankish realm. Magnus of Avignon died in 660 AD, and his memory was honored by local Christians. Each August 19, the Diocese of Avignon holds special services and vespers in his honor. Pilgrims and historians alike value his role in the early medieval Church.
Magnus of Avignon
Sebaldus
Feast day of Saint Sebaldus, the patron saint of Nuremberg revered for his hermitic life and miracles.
Sebaldus was an 8th-century hermit who lived near Nuremberg and attracted followers through his holiness. He was later ordained bishop, though he preferred a life of solitude and prayer. After his death, Sebaldus became renowned for miracles and healings at his tomb. His relics were enshrined in the Church of Saint Sebald in Nuremberg, a site of pilgrimage. The city celebrates his feast on August 19 with processions and cultural events. Sebaldus remains a symbol of devotion and local identity for the people of Nuremberg.
Sebaldus