Which saints are celebrated today, Wednesday November 27, 2024? THE Catholic Church dedicates each day of the year to honoring different saints and important figures of the Christian faith. This Wednesday, November 27, 2024 is a special day in the liturgical calendar, since it celebrates devotion to the Miraculous medal of the Virgin Mary, a symbol deeply rooted in Catholic spiritualityassociated with the divine protection and maternal intercession of the Virgin. Alongside this Marian devotion, other important saints are also commemorated, whose names and lives have marked religious tradition.
On this date, we also celebrate San Facundo, a saint whose veneration has continued in some regions, although today it is a rare name. According to the National Institute of Statistics (INE)There is 1,549 people named Facundo in Spain, with an average age of 46which reflects that this name has been more present in previous generations. The meaning of the name, of Latin origin, evokes the gift of words and eloquence, a quality highly appreciated and linked to the teaching of the faith. Likewise, on this day we remember Saint Francis Antonio Fasani, a Franciscan priest known for his dedication to the poor and his deep life of prayer. This Italian saint left a legacy of love and compassion that continues to be a source of inspiration for the faithful. Let’s find out more about the lives of these saints And we also list the rest of the saints who are celebrated on this day:
The miraculous medal
The celebration of the Miraculous Medal dates back to the apparitions of the Virgin Mary in ParisFrance, in 1830. According to the visions of Saint Catherine Labouré, the Virgin asked that a medal be struck in her image and with the words “O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who turn to you”. Since then, millions of faithful around the world have worn this medal, believing in the protection and special graces it grants. During this feast, many faithful go to churches and shrines dedicated to the Virgin of the Miraculous Medal to pray, give thanks and renew their faith. The medal is considered a symbol of divine protection and its celebration in the Catholic Church recalls the maternal and protective presence of Mary.
San Facundo
The party of San Facundo has deep historical roots, although details of his life and martyrdom are scant and based on ancient traditions. THE the first mention of the holy martyrs Facundo and Primitivo dates back to the year 652, when some of his relics were transferred to a basilica in Guadix, in the current province of Granada. At that time, his remains were found next to a monastery located near the Cea River, in what is now the province of León. This monastery was restored by King Alfonso III in 872 and then in 905, demonstrating the importance that these saints acquired over time.
The solemn consecration of his church on June 29, 935, marked an important step in the veneration of San Facundo and San Primitivo, which took an important place in popular devotion. In the mid-10th century a passio or account of the martyrdom of these saints was composed, although the text lacks firm historical foundations and there is no certainty as to the exact date on which they died. The tradition of the time gave them the figure of martyrs and over time their cult was consolidated, especially in the region of León.
In the 13th century, a tradition recognized them as children of San Marcelo de Leónfurther strengthening the link between these martyrs and the region. Today, November 27, we celebrate his feast, keeping alive the devotion and memory of San Facundo, a name carried by 1,549 people in Spain with an average age of 46 years, according to INE data . The meaning of his name, which alludes to eloquence and the gift of words, continues to resonate in the value placed on communication and the transmission of faith.
Saint Francis Antonio Fasani
Another important saint celebrated today is Saint Francis Antonio Fasani, a Franciscan priest of Italian origin born in 1681 in Lucera, Italy. From an early age, Francisco Antonio demonstrated deep dedication and the desire to serve others, which led him to enter the Franciscan order and become a priest. Known for his dedication to the poor and his life of prayer, Fasani was a beloved confessor and preacher, known as the “teaching father” in his region because of his ability to teach and spiritually guide his community.
Saint Francis Antonio Fasani dedicated his life to serving the needy, visiting homes and hospitals and offering help to those in vulnerable situations. His life was a demonstration of Christian love and charity, and his legacy as an example of humility and dedication remains in the Catholic Church. He was canonized in 1986 by Pope John Paul II and his feast day reminds the faithful of the importance of mercy and helping others in everyday life.
Other saints celebrated on November 27
With those mentioned, On this day, these other saints are also celebrated:
- Saint Acacius of Sinai
- Saint Acaire de Noyon
- Avenue Saint Bar
- Saint Basileus (bishop)
- Saint Bilhildis
- Saint Eusicio
- Saint Ferguste
- Saint Gulstano
- San Hirenarco
- Saint James Intercisus
- San Laverio
- Saint Leonard
- Saint Maximus of Riez
- Primitive Saint
- Saint Saturnin
- Saint Sifrid of Carpentras
- Metaphrast of Saint Simeon
- Saint Valerian of Aquileia
- Saint Virgil of Salzburg
- Blessed Bernardine of Fossa Amici
- Blessed Bronislaus Kostowski
- Blessed Delphine of Glandères
- Blessed Ramon Llull
- Blessed Thomas Koteda Kiuni and his companions
