Christianfeast day:
Alonso de Orozco Mena, Emilie de Rodat, Goeric of Metz, Januarius(Western Christianity)Feast of San Gennaro, Our Lady of La Salette, Theodore of Tarsus(Anglican Communion,Roman Catholic Church,Eastern Orthodox Church), Trophimus, Sabbatius, and Dorymedon, September 19 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
September 19 marks the feast days of various saints and Marian apparitions observed in Western and Eastern Christian traditions.
This day celebrates the lives and contributions of saints such as Alonso de Orozco Mena, Emilie de Rodat, Goeric of Metz, and Trophimus, Sabbatius, and Dorymedon. It includes the Feast of San Gennaro honoring the patron saint of Naples and commemorates Our Lady of La Salette’s message of reconciliation. Observed in Roman Catholic, Anglican Communion, and Eastern Orthodox Churches, these feasts offer opportunities for reflection, prayer, and community gatherings. Liturgical readings and hymns vary by region and tradition. Pilgrims and devotees attend special masses and processions to honor these holy figures and seek their intercession.
feast day
Alonso de Orozco Mena
Emilie de Rodat
Goeric of Metz
Januarius
Western Christianity
Feast of San Gennaro
Our Lady of La Salette
Theodore of Tarsus
Anglican Communion
Roman Catholic Church
Eastern Orthodox Church
Trophimus, Sabbatius, and Dorymedon
September 19 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
Alonso de Orozco Mena
Feast day of Saint Alonso de Orozco Mena, a 16th-century Spanish Augustinian known for his preaching and piety.
Alonso de Orozco Mena (1500–1591) was an influential Augustinian friar whose sermons drew large crowds across Spain. Renowned for his dedication to the poor and his compassionate pastoral care, he was beatified in 1900 and canonized by Pope John Paul II in 2000. His feast day on September 19 honors his legacy of humility and service. Many churches hold special masses and prayers to celebrate his life and teachings. Devotees seek his intercession for guidance and spiritual fortitude.
Alonso de Orozco Mena
Emilie de Rodat
Feast day of Saint Emilie de Rodat, founder of the Sisters of the Holy Family of Villefranche in France.
Born in 1787, Emilie de Rodat dedicated her life to educating and caring for vulnerable girls in post-revolutionary France. In 1815, she established the congregation now known as the Sisters of the Holy Family of Villefranche. Her commitment to faith, charity, and social justice guided her work until her death in 1852. Canonized in 1950, her feast day on September 19 celebrates her enduring impact on religious education and community service. Congregations around the world honor her memory with prayer and charitable acts.
Emilie de Rodat
Goeric of Metz
Feast day of Saint Goeric (Gauric) of Metz, the seventh-century bishop noted for his pastoral care and church construction.
Saint Goeric of Metz served as bishop in the early 7th century, succeeding Arnulf and overseeing the diocese’s spiritual and architectural development. He is credited with building churches and supporting monastic communities in the Frankish Kingdom. Venerated for his deep faith and leadership, he played a key role in the region’s Christianization. His feast day on September 19 is observed with liturgical services in the Diocese of Metz and beyond. Faithful commemorate his contributions to the Church through prayer and study of his life.
Goeric of Metz
Januarius(Western Christianity)
Feast of San Gennaro
Feast of Saint Januarius (San Gennaro), patron saint of Naples, renowned for the annual miracle of his liquefying blood on September 19.
Saint Januarius was a 4th-century bishop of Benevento who suffered martyrdom during Roman persecutions. His relic—a vial of dried blood—is said to miraculously liquefy three times a year, with the principal celebration on September 19. The liquefaction is seen as a sign of protection for Naples and its inhabitants. Crowds fill the Cathedral of Naples to witness the event, which includes processions and special masses. The feast blends religious devotion with vibrant cultural festivities, drawing pilgrims and tourists worldwide. Many Neapolitans regard the success of the miracle as a harbinger of good fortune.
Januarius
Western Christianity
Feast of San Gennaro
Our Lady of La Salette
Marks the Marian apparition at La Salette in 1846, where the Virgin Mary is said to have appeared to two shepherd children. Pilgrims honor this day with prayer, processions, and Mass.
Marks the Marian apparition of 1846 in the French Alps, where the Virgin Mary appeared to rural shepherd children.
Pope Pius IX recognized the event in 1851, leading to the establishment of the Sanctuary of La Salette.
Each year, thousands of pilgrims travel to the site seeking reconciliation, peace, and spiritual renewal.
Devotees participate in processions, the Rosary, and special liturgies that reflect the message of penance and hope.
The feast fosters a global community of faith centered on the compassionate call of Our Lady for social and personal transformation.
Our Lady of La Salette
Theodore of Tarsus(Anglican Communion,Roman Catholic Church,Eastern Orthodox Church)
Honors Theodore of Tarsus, the 7th-century Archbishop of Canterbury renowned for unifying and educating the early English Church.
Theodore of Tarsus served as Archbishop of Canterbury from 668 to 690, shaping the structure of the English Church through diocesan reforms.
A native of Tarsus, he brought Byzantine scholarship and Roman discipline to England, fostering learning and spiritual growth.
He convened church councils and established monastic schools, promoting unity among Celtic and Roman traditions.
His leadership laid the foundation for medieval English Christianity and influenced theological education for generations.
On September 19th, the Church commemorates his legacy of wisdom, administration, and devotion to ecclesiastical unity.
Theodore of Tarsus
Anglican Communion
Roman Catholic Church
Eastern Orthodox Church
Trophimus, Sabbatius, and Dorymedon
Commemorates the martyrdom of Saints Trophimus, Sabbatius, and Dorymedon, early Christians who gave their lives for their faith.
Trophimus, Sabbatius, and Dorymedon were Christian martyrs of the 3rd century, venerated for their steadfast witness under Roman persecution.
Traditions recount their refusal to renounce Christianity, leading to torture and execution during the Decian persecution.
Their courage inspired local believers and contributed to the growth of the early Church amid adversity.
Art and liturgy honor their sacrifice, depicting them as symbols of faith and resilience.
September 19th invites reflection on the power of conviction and the enduring legacy of martyrdom in Christian history.
Trophimus, Sabbatius, and Dorymedon
September 19 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
Observes the liturgical commemorations and saints remembered by the Eastern Orthodox Church on September 19th.
September 19th in the Eastern Orthodox calendar honors various saints, martyrs, and feast days through dedicated liturgies.
Communities celebrate with festal services, hymns, and readings that reflect the lives of holy figures like Theodore of Tarsus and the trio of Trophimus, Sabbatius, and Dorymedon.
Icon veneration and processions feature prominently, linking worshippers to centuries of Orthodox tradition.
Monasteries often host special gatherings and educational talks to deepen understanding of the commemorated saints.
This day underscores the richness of Orthodox spirituality and the unity of believers across diverse cultures.
September 19 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
Feast of San Gennaro
Celebrates Saint Januarius (San Gennaro), the patron saint of Naples, famed for the annual miracle of his liquefying blood.
The Feast of San Gennaro honors Saint Januarius, a 4th-century bishop who endured martyrdom for his faith in southern Italy.
Legend holds that the saint's preserved blood miraculously liquefies each year, a sign of his intercession and protection.
In Naples and among diaspora communities, the day is marked by Mass, processions, and the veneration of his relics.
Beyond its religious significance, the feast has inspired cultural festivities featuring Italian music, food, and communal gatherings.
On September 19th, devotees and visitors alike partake in ceremonies that blend devotion, tradition, and celebration.
Feast of San Gennaro