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...

Saint Odon of Cluny, born around 878 in Tours and died on 18 November 942, was one of the major figures of monastic reform in medieval Europe. As the second abbot of Cluny, he left his mark on history through his dedication to spiritual regeneration, monastic discipline and the centralisation of the Cluniac movement. His exemplary life, scholarship and piety helped to revitalise monastic life and strengthen the influence of the Church against a backdrop of social and political transformation. Read more...