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Feast of St. Theresa of Lisieux
Feast of St. Theresa of Lisieux
Oct 1 all day
Who was St. Theresa Of Lisieux? Born on January 2, 1873 in Alencon, France, Marie-Francoise-Therese Martin (better known now as St.Theresa of Lisieux) battled through a great deal of adversity in her early life before … Continue reading "Feast of St. Theresa of Lisieux"
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Feast of Guardian Angels
Feast of Guardian Angels
Oct 2 all day
Who are the Guardian Angels? The Guardian Angels are heavenly beings believed to be created by God to watch over and protect every living creature on Earth. Many people around the world, from various religious … Continue reading "Feast of Guardian Angels"
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Feast of St. Francis of Assisi
Feast of St. Francis of Assisi
Oct 3 all day
Who was St. Francis Of Assisi? St. Francis of Assisi was a remarkable and compassionate person who lived during the 12th and 13th centuries in the town of Assisi, Italy. He grew up in a … Continue reading "Feast of St. Francis of Assisi"
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World Teachers Day
World Teachers Day
Oct 5 all day
What is World Teachers Day? World Teachers’ Day is celebrated globally on October 5th to honour and appreciate the significant contributions of teachers in their important role in educating our students. This day recognizes the … Continue reading "World Teachers Day"
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Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary
Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary
Oct 7 all day
Who is Our Lady of the Rosary? “Our Lady of the Rosary” is a title given to the Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus Christ. It commemorates a significant event in Catholic history known as … Continue reading "Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary"
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World Mental Health Day
World Mental Health Day
Oct 10 all day
What is World Mental Health Day? World Mental Health Day is observed globally observed day that takes place on October 10th each year. Its main purpose is to raise awareness about mental health issues and … Continue reading "World Mental Health Day"
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Feast of St. John XXIII
Feast of St. John XXIII
Oct 11 all day
Who was St. John XXIII? St. John XXIII, also known as Pope John XXIII, was a significant figure in the Catholic Church. He was born Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli in Italy in 1881. St. John XXIII … Continue reading "Feast of St. John XXIII"
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Feast of St. Edward
Feast of St. Edward
Oct 13 all day
Who was St. Edward? St. Edward, also known as Edward the Confessor, was a king who lived in England during the 11th century. He was born in 1003 and was part of the royal family. … Continue reading "Feast of St. Edward"
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Feast of St. Margaret Mary
Feast of St. Margaret Mary
Oct 16 all day
Who was St. Margaret Mary? St. Margaret Mary Alacoque was a French nun who lived in the 17th century. She was born in 1647 and grew up in a religious family. From a young age, … Continue reading "Feast of St. Margaret Mary"
Feast of St. Marguerite d’Youville
Feast of St. Marguerite d’Youville
Oct 16 all day
Who was St. Marguerite d’Youville? St. Marguerite d’Youville was a remarkable woman who lived in Canada during the 18th century. She was born in 1701 and faced many challenges in her life. St. Marguerite lost … Continue reading "Feast of St. Marguerite d’Youville"
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Child Care Workers & ECE Appreciation Day
International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
Oct 17 all day
What is the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty? The International Day for the Eradication of Poverty is observed worldwide on October 17th. The days main focus is to raise awareness about the critical … Continue reading "International Day for the Eradication of Poverty"
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Feast of St. Luke
Feast of St. Luke
Oct 18 all day
Who was St. Luke? St. Luke was a significant figure in early Christianity and an important contributor to the New Testament. He is believed to be a physician and an artist, known for his skills … Continue reading "Feast of St. Luke"
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