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January Saints & Feasts
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CELEBRATE THE JANUARY SAINTS!St. Joseph Mary Tomasi (Jan 1); Ss. Basil the Great and Gregory Nazianzen (Jan 2); St. Genevieve of Paris (Jan 3); St. Elizabeth Ann Seton (Jan 4); St. John Neumann (Jan 5); St. Simeon the Stylite (Jan 5); St. André Bessette (Jan 6); St. Gertrude of Delft (Jan 6); St. Raymond of Penyafort (Jan 7); St. Marguerite Bourgeoys (Jan 12); St. Hilary (Jan 13); St. Felix of Nola (Jan 14); St. Paul the Hermit (Jan 15); St. Anthony of Egypt (Jan 17); St. Margaret of Hungary (Jan 18); St. Fabian (Jan 20); St. Sebastian (Jan 20); St. Agnes of Rome (Jan 21); St. Vincent (Jan 23); St. Ildefonsus of Toledo (Jan 23); St. Marianne Cope (Jan 23); St. Francis de Sales (Jan 24); St. Henry Suso (Jan 25); Sts. Timothy and Titus (Jan 26); St. Paula of Rome (Jan 26); St. Angela Merici (Jan 27); St. Thomas Aquinas (Jan 28); St. John Bosco (Jan 31)
HIGHLIGHTED SAINTS:
January 4 – St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
Learn about the first citizen born in the United States to be canonized a Saint. This foundress of the Sisters of Charity also opened the first American parish school and established the first American Catholic orphanage.- St. Elizabeth's life and other resources
- A saint for converts
- How the Eucharist led St. Elizabeth Ann Seton to become Catholic
- Learn more about St. Elizabeth Ann Seton here.
January 5 – St. John Neumann- Learn about the life and legacy of this American saint
- Patron saint of Catholic teachers.
January 20 – St. Sebastian- A Saint for Athletes
- St. Sebastian is known for his courage and endurance in living the Faith.
January 21 – St. Agnes of Rome- Learn more about St. Agnes here.
- Virgin, Martyr, and Child
January 24 – St. Francis de Sales- Learn about this intelligent, patient and gentle spiritual director who believed that "the key to love of God is prayer."
- Prayer of St. Francis de Sales
- Additional resources and more!
January 27 – St. Angela Merici- Patron saint of physically challenged people and illnesses
- The saint who met human needs with grace
- St. Angela Merici building community
January 28 – St. Thomas Aquinas
Learn about this famous philosopher, theologian, and Doctor of the Church, who regarded "parents as the principal agents in the moral formation of their children."
(Summa theologiae (ST) II-II, q. 10, a. 12.)- Bishop Barron on St. Thomas Aquinas in the 21st century
- The history of St. Thomas Aquinas
- The angelic doctor
- Additional resources about St. Thomas Aquinas
January 31 – St. John Bosco
This "Father and Teacher of Youth" changed the lives of many juvenile delinquent boys by encouraging them to consider a vocation to the priesthood. -
CELEBRATE THE JANUARY FEAST DAYS!
January 1 – Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God
Why is Mary called the Mother of God? Why do we honor Mary and call her Blessed? Mary is the Mother of God because of who JESUS is! And all generations will call Mary blessed.- Celebrate the New Year with Mary, Mother of God.
- Learn more about the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God.
- Coloring Page
January 3 - The Most Holy Name of Jesus- Why Do We Celebrate the Holy Name of Jesus?
- St. Paul wrote that God the Father gave Christ Jesus "that name which is above every other name" (Phil 2:9).
- Litany of the Most Holy Name of Jesus
- Learn more about this devotion here.
The Epiphany of the Lord
Epiphany commemorates the visit of the Magi, the three kings bearing gifts for the newborn Christ Child.- Printable Epiphany Journaling Novena Booklet
- Leading others to Epiphany
- Keep the Festivities of the Christmas season going with a Prayer Service, Epiphany crafts and activities for your family
Baptism of the Lord- Feast of the Baptism of the Lord (Jeff Cavins video)
- The Baptism of Jesus (from Saddleback Kids)
- Why is Baptism Important?
January 25 - The Conversion of St. Paul the Apostle- Learn why St. Paul's conversion is one of the most important moments in Church history.
- Facts of faith – St. Paul’s Conversion
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JANUARY PINTEREST HIGHLIGHTS FOR FAMILIES!
From the Archdiocese of Dubuque Pinterest Boards: www.pinterest.com/dbqarch
Check out these January Pinterest topics focused on the family - the Domestic Church!- Epiphany resources
- John the Baptist
- St. Paul the Apostle