Saint of the Day for May 26
Saint of the Day
Liturgical calendar Saint Philip Neri, Priest
Philip Neri
16th‑century Italian priest and spiritual director, Catholic saint, key Counter‑Reformation reformer and founder of the Congregation of the Oratory
Philip Neri, born Filippo Romolo Neri, pronounced [fiˈlippo ˈrɔːmolo ˈneːri] was an Italian Catholic priest who founded the Congregation of the Oratory, a society of secular clergy dedicated to pastoral care and charitable work. He is sometimes referred to as the "Second Apostle of Rome" after Peter the Apostle, and sometimes as the "Third Apostle of Rome", after Peter and Paul the Apostle. Neri's spiritual mission emphasised personal holiness and direct service to others, particularly through the education of young people and care for the poor and sick. His work played a significant role in the Counter-Reformation, especially within the city of Rome.
Other saints and blesseds of the day
- Eleuterusbishop of Rome from c. 174 to 189
- Quadratus of AthensChristian apologist and saint
- Mariana de Jesús de ParedesMariana de Jesus
- Carpus of BeroeaGreek priest
- Zachary of Viennebishop of Vienne and saint
- Prix de Saints
Bible Verse of the Day
Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
On May 26 the Church remembers several saints and blesseds. Every day of the year has its saints: browse them all in the saints calendar.