Saint of the day and spiritual life #Paul

Saint Timothy, close companion of the Apostle Paul and first bishop of Ephesus, is a model of faith, fidelity, and courage in Christian history. His life continues to inspire Christians throughout the world today.

The Catholic Church honors with great veneration the martyrs of Korea, among whom stand out Saint Andrew Kim Tae-gon, the first Korean priest, Saint Paul Chong Ha-sang, catechist and devout layman, as well as their companions who gave their lives for the faith in the 19th century.

Born as Paolo Francesco Danei in Italy, he dedicated his life to meditating on the Passion of Christ and preaching divine love through that suffering. At a very young age, he felt a deep religious vocation, and he spent much time in prayer and penance, seeking to live a life of holiness. In 1720, after a series of mystical visions, he received the inspiration to found a religious order that would focus on the contemplation of the Passion of Christ.

Saint Luke was born in Antioch to a pagan family. He embraced the Christian faith through Paul, remaining attached to him for 18 years until the latter's martyrdom in 67 AD. A proven intellectual, he mastered classical Greek and was a physician.