Pope Nicholas I, also known as Saint Nicholas the Great, left his mark on the history of the Catholic Church in the 9th century. Born in Rome around 800, he became Pope in 858, succeeding Pope Benedict III. His life was shaped by crucial theological and political challenges that made his pontificate a pivotal period. Read more...

St Margaret of Scotland, also known as St Margaret of Scotland or Margaret of England, was a major royal and religious figure of the 11th century. Her life was marked by her commitment to the Christian faith, her role as queen, and her lasting impact on Scottish culture. Read more...

Saint Albert the Great, also known as Albertus Magnus, was a 13th-century scholar, philosopher, theologian and scientist. His life was marked by outstanding contributions in the fields of scholastic philosophy, theology and the natural sciences, making him one of the most eminent intellectual figures of his time. Read more...

St Leo I, also known as Leo the Great, was one of the most eminent popes of the Catholic Church. He played a crucial role during the fifth century, a period when the Church was facing major theological challenges and political upheaval.Leon was probably born in Tuscany, Italy, around 400, and became pope in 440. His pontificate spanned almost two decades, until his death in 461. During this time, he became one of the most influential ecclesiastical figures and left a lasting theological legacy. Read more...

The life of Saint Martin, or Martin of Tours, is a fascinating tale of faith, charity and selflessness. Born around the year 316 in Sabaria in Pannonia (modern-day Hungary), he became one of the most venerated saints of the Catholic Church. Read more...