Christianfeast day:
Æbbe of Coldingham, Aredius, Genesius of Arles, Genesius of Rome, Ginés de la Jara (or Genesius of Cartagena), Gregory of Utrecht, Joseph Calasanz, Louis IX of France, BlessedLudovicus Baba, BlessedLudovicus Sasada, BlessedLuis Sotelo, Menas of Constantinople, BlessedMiguel de Carvalho, Patricia of Naples, BlessedPedro Vásquez, Thomas de Cantilupe (or of Hereford), August 25 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
Christian feast days commemorating numerous saints in the liturgical calendar.
On August 25th, Christians observe a series of feast days honoring saints such as Æbbe of Coldingham, Aredius, Genesius of Arles, and many others. These commemorations reflect a rich tapestry of faith and tradition across different regions and eras. Each saint recognized on this day lived a life of devotion, service, or martyrdom, offering inspiration to believers. From early medieval monastic founders to martyrdom in distant lands, their legacies endure in liturgical prayers and historical memory. Observances may include church services, readings of hagiographies, and local customs that highlight the unique heritage of each saint.
feast day
Æbbe of Coldingham
Aredius
Genesius of Arles
Genesius of Rome
Ginés de la Jara (or Genesius of Cartagena)
Gregory of Utrecht
Joseph Calasanz
Louis IX of France
Ludovicus Baba
Ludovicus Sasada
Luis Sotelo
Menas of Constantinople
Miguel de Carvalho
Patricia of Naples
Pedro Vásquez
Thomas de Cantilupe (or of Hereford)
August 25 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
Æbbe of Coldingham
Feast day of Æbbe of Coldingham, an influential abbess and saint in early medieval Christianity.
Æbbe of Coldingham
Aredius
Feast day of Aredius, a revered early Christian figure known for his piety.
Aredius
Genesius of Arles
Feast day of Saint Genesius of Arles, celebrated for his martyrdom under Roman persecution.
Genesius of Arles
Genesius of Rome
Feast day of Saint Genesius of Rome, patron saint of actors and comedians.
Genesius of Rome
Ginés de la Jara (or Genesius of Cartagena)
Feast day of Saint Ginés de la Jara, a Spanish saint venerated in Cartagena.
Ginés de la Jara (or Genesius of Cartagena)
Gregory of Utrecht
Feast day of Saint Gregory of Utrecht, a missionary and church leader in the early Middle Ages.
Gregory of Utrecht
Joseph Calasanz
Feast day honoring Saint Joseph Calasanz, founder of the Piarist order and pioneer of free education.
Observed annually on August 25 in the Catholic Church to celebrate his dedication to learning and charity.
Saint Joseph Calasanz (1557–1648) dedicated his life to educating poor children, founding the Piarists (Scolopi) to provide free public schooling across Europe.
His innovative teaching methods and emphasis on faith challenged the educational norms of his time.
Beatified in 1767 and canonized in the same year by Pope Clement XIII, he is recognized as the patron saint of Christian schools.
Each August 25, his feast day inspires educators and students alike to value knowledge, compassion, and social justice.
Celebrations often include special church services and reflections on the importance of accessible education.
Joseph Calasanz
Louis IX of France
Feast day of Saint Louis IX, King of France, celebrated for his justice, piety, and leadership during the Crusades.
Saint Louis IX (1214–1270) ruled France with a strong sense of justice and personal devotion, becoming a symbol of righteous monarchy.
He led two crusades to the Holy Land, striving to protect pilgrims and uphold Christian values abroad.
His reign saw legal reforms, including the establishment of the first royal ordinance courts to ensure fair justice for all subjects.
A patron of the arts, he commissioned the Sainte-Chapelle in Paris to house holy relics.
Canonized in 1297, his legacy endures through his feast on August 25, which invites reflection on faith-driven leadership and moral responsibility.
Louis IX of France
BlessedLudovicus Baba
Commemoration of Blessed Ludovicus Baba, Japanese martyr who remained steadfast in his faith during persecution.
Blessed Ludovicus Baba dedicated his life to spreading Christianity in Japan during the early Edo period.
Despite severe persecution of Christians by the Tokugawa shogunate, he refused to renounce his beliefs.
Arrested and imprisoned in harsh conditions, he endured suffering with unwavering courage.
He was martyred in 1624 and later beatified in 1867 by Pope Pius IX.
His feast day on August 25 honors his sacrifice and highlights the enduring power of faith under oppression.
Ludovicus Baba
BlessedLudovicus Sasada
Feast day of Blessed Ludovicus Sasada, a young Japanese seminarian martyred for his unwavering faith.
Ludovicus Sasada (1598–1624) pursued priestly studies amid Japan’s harsh crackdown on Christianity.
Arrested alongside fellow seminarians, he endured imprisonment without renouncing his beliefs.
At just 26 years old, he faced execution in Nagasaki, demonstrating remarkable bravery.
Beatified in 1867 by Pope Pius IX, his story resonates as a testament to youthful conviction and sacrifice.
Celebrated on August 25, his feast invites reflection on religious freedom and the cost of faith.
Ludovicus Sasada
BlessedLuis Sotelo
Remembrance of Blessed Luis Sotelo, Franciscan missionary known for his evangelization and martyrdom in Japan.
Blessed Luis Sotelo (1574–1624) was a Spanish Franciscan missionary who tirelessly preached the Gospel in Japan.
He established clandestine Christian communities despite strict bans under the Tokugawa shogunate.
After being exiled to the Philippines, he secretly returned to continue his mission work.
He ultimately suffered martyrdom in Edo (modern-day Tokyo) for refusing to abandon his flock.
His feast on August 25 honors his adventurous spirit, deep compassion, and unyielding commitment to faith.
Luis Sotelo