Saint of the Day for December 20
Saint of the Day
Ambrose
Roman theologian and Bishop of Milan (c. 340-397)
Ambrose of Milan, canonized as Saint Ambrose, was a Roman theologian, statesman, preacher, and Bishop of Milan from 374 until his death. Trained in rhetoric and law, he served as Roman civil governor of Aemilia-Liguria at Milan before being unexpectedly chosen as bishop by popular acclamation in 374. His preaching, ecclesiastical activity, and writings made him one of the most influential Christian figures of the 4th century.
Other saints and blesseds of the day
- Ignatius of Antiochlate 1st/early 2nd century Christian author and Patriarch of Antioch
- Dominic of Silosabbot and saint
- Vicenç RomanoItalian priest (1751-1831)
- Philogonius of Antiochpatriarch of Antioch from 318 to 322
- Ursicinus of Saint-UrsanneSwiss saint
- Liberato3rd century Italian Christian martyr
Bible Verse of the Day
How excellent is thy lovingkindness, O God! therefore the children of men put their trust under the shadow of thy wings.
On December 20 the Church remembers several saints and blesseds. Every day of the year has its saints: browse them all in the saints calendar.