天主教长青家园

Readings Eternal praise be to you, my Lord Jesus Christ, for the time you endured on the cross the greatest torments and sufferings for us sinners. The sharp pain of your wounds fiercely penetrated even to your blessed soul and cruelly pierced your most sacred heart till finally you sent forth your spirit in peace, bowed you head, and humbly commended yourself into the hands of God your Father, and your whole body remained cold in death. Blessed may you be, my Lord Jesus Christ. For our salvation you allowed your side and heart to be pierced with a lance; and from that side water and your precious blood flowed out abundantly for our redemption. Unending honor be to you, my Lord Jesus Christ. On the third day you rose from the dead and appeared to those you had chosen. And after forty days you ascended into heaven before the eyes of many witnesses, and there in heaven you gathered together in glory those you love, whom you had freed from hell. Rejoicing and eternal praise be to you, my Lord Jesus Christ, who sent the Holy Spirit into the hearts of your disciples and increased the boundless love of God in their spirits. Blessed are you and praiseworthy and glorious for ever, my Lord Jesus. from prayers attributed to Saint Bridget

JOHN of Bridlington Also known as John Thwing; John of Thwing; John Twenge; John Thwing of Bridlington Memorial 21 October; formerly 11 October; 9 October among the Augustinian Canons Regular Profile Studied at Oxford from age 17. Augustinian Canon Regular at age 19. Held several posts in Saint Mary's abbey, Bridlington. Reluctant prior of Saint Mary's for 17 years beginning in 1362. Highly recommended the study of the Gospel of Saint John as a source for information and inspiration on the Gospel life. King Henry V's victory at Agincourt was attributed to the aid of Saint John of Bridlington and Saint John of Beverly. Five sailors from Hartlepool were in danger of drowning, and called for the help of Saint John; the holy prior appeared to them at sea, wearing his habit. He led the men safely to shore. Born 1319 at Thwing (near Bridlington), Yorkshire, England Died 10 October 1379 of natural causes; relics translated 11 March 1404 Name Meaning God is gracious; gift of God (John) Canonized 1401 by Pope Boniface IX; the Bull of Canonization has been lost Patronage women in difficult labour Representation with a book, crozier, and fur almice; with these items and with a muzzled animal at his feet

JOHN of Bridlington Also known as John Thwing; John of Thwing; John Twenge; John Thwing of Bridlington Memorial 21 October; formerly 11 October; 9 October among the Augustinian Canons Regular Profile Studied at Oxford from age 17. Augustinian Canon Regular at age 19. Held several posts in Saint Mary's abbey, Bridlington. Reluctant prior of Saint Mary's for 17 years beginning in 1362. Highly recommended the study of the Gospel of Saint John as a source for information and inspiration on the Gospel life. King Henry V's victory at Agincourt was attributed to the aid of Saint John of Bridlington and Saint John of Beverly. Five sailors from Hartlepool were in danger of drowning, and called for the help of Saint John; the holy prior appeared to them at sea, wearing his habit. He led the men safely to shore. Born 1319 at Thwing (near Bridlington), Yorkshire, England Died 10 October 1379 of natural causes; relics translated 11 March 1404 Name Meaning God is gracious; gift of God (John) Canonized 1401 by Pope Boniface IX; the Bull of Canonization has been lost Patronage women in difficult labour Representation with a book, crozier, and fur almice; with these items and with a muzzled animal at his feet

BRIEUC Also known as Briocus; Brioc; Bru Memorial 1 May Profile Born and raised a pagan, but converted as a young adult. Educated in France by Saint Germanus of Auxerre. Preached in Cardigan. Founded two abbeys in Brittany. Bishop in upper Brittany. Venerated in Cornwall. Many churches in England and Scotland are dedicated to him. Born c.420 at Dyfed, Cardiganshire Died c.510 at Saint-Brieuc-des-Vaux, France of natural causes; relics in the abbey of Saint Sergius, Angers, and in the Cathedral of Saint Brieuc Canonized Pre-Congregation Patronage purse makers Representation alms-box; purse

BRIGID of Kilbride Also known as Briga of Kilbride Memorial 21 January Profile Friend of Saint Brigid of Kildare. Venerated in the diocese of Lismore. Canonized Pre-Congregation

BRIGID Memorial 1 February Profile Sister of Saint Andrew of Fiesole. Hermitess in the Apennines mountains of Italy. Legend says that when her brother was dying, angels carried her to his deathbed for a final visit. Died 9th century of natural causes Canonized Pre-Congregation Representation with Saint Andrew of Fiesole; being carried by angels

BRIGID of Kilbride Also known as Briga of Kilbride Memorial 21 January Profile Friend of Saint Brigid of Kildare. Venerated in the diocese of Lismore. Canonized Pre-Congregation

Brithwald Also known as Beorhtweald; Berctuald; Beretuald; Berhtwald; Berthwald; Bertwald of Canterbury; Bertwald; Brihtwald Memorial 9 January Profile Educated at Canterbury, England. Benedictine monk. Abbot of Reculver abbey, Kent, England. Archbishop of Canterbury from 692 until his death nearly 40 years later. Correspondent of with Saint Boniface, Saint Aldhelm, and Saint Wilfrid. Born Anglo-Saxon Died 731 of natural causes; Saint Augustine's abbey, Canterbury, England Canonized Pre-Congregation

LAWRENCE of Brindisi

Also known as Julius Caesar Rossi; Laurence of Brindisi; Lorenzo da Brindisi Memorial 21 July; formerly 6 July; formerly 23 July Profile Son of Guglielmo de Rossi and Elisabetta Masella. He felt an early call to religious life, and was educated by the Friars Minor Conventuals of Brindisi. His father died when the boy was twelve. Studied in Venice. Joined the Capuchin Friars in 1575 at age 16, taking the name Brother Lorenzo. Studied theology, the Bible, French, German, Greek, Spanish, Syriac, and Hebrew at the University of Padua; a brilliant student known for his facility with languages. Priest. Taught theology. Served as linguist and military chaplain. Famous, effective and forceful preacher in any of his several languages. Founded convents of Vienna, Prague, and Graz. Wrote catechisms. Chaplain of the army of the Holy Roman Empire in 1601. Rallied the German princes to fight a superior Turkish force, and was asked to lead the army into battle at Stuhlweissenburg (modern Albe-Royal) carrying no weapon but a crucifix; the Turks were completely defeated. Master general of his order from 1602 to 1605; he was the choice for another term, but turned it down. Carried out important and successful diplomatic peace missions to Munich and Madrid. Assigned in 1605 to evangelize in Germany, where he had great success. Convinced Philip III of Spain to join the German Catholic League. Commissary general of his order for the provinces of Tyrol and Bavaria. Spiritual director of the Bavarian army. Tended to fall into ecstasies when celebrating Mass. In 1956, the Capuchin Order compiled fifteen volumes of his sermons, letters and writings. Proclaimed Apostolic Doctor of the Church by Pope John XXIII in 1959. Born 22 July 1559 at Brindisi, Italy as Julius Caesar Rossi Died 22 July 1619 at Lisbon, Portugal of natural causes; buried in the cemetery of the Poor Clares on Villafranca Beatified 1783 Canonized 8 December 1881 by Pope Leo XIII Patronage Brindisi, Italy Representation leading the Christian army against the Turks; receiving the embrace of the Child Jesus

Readings God is love, and all his operations proceed from love. Once he wills to manifest that goodness by sharing his love outside himself, then the Incarnation becomes the supreme manifestation of his goodness and love and glory. So, Christ was intended before all other creatures and for his own sake. For him all things were created and to him all things must be subject, and God loves all creatures in and because of Christ. Christ is the first-born of every creature, and the whole of humanity as well as the created world finds its foundation and meaning in him. Moreover, this would have been the case even if Adam had not sinned. Saint Lawrence of Brindisi

Leucius of Brindisi Memorial 11 January Profile Missionary from Alexandria, Egypt. First bishop of Brindisi, Italy. Born Egyptian Died 180 of natural causes Canonized Pre-Congregation Patronage Atessa, Italy

BIRSTAN Also known as Brynstan; Beorstan; Brinstan; Birnstan; Birrstan Memorial 4 November Profile Spiritual student of Saint Grimbald. Benedictine. Bishop of Winchester, England from 931 to 934. Known for his work with the poor, and his mission of praying for the dead; at one point the dead are reported to have responded "Amen". Founded the Hospital of Saint John in Winchester, which still exists today. Memory of him was lost for years until he appeared with Saint Birinus and Saint Swithun in a vision to Saint Ethelwold who spread the word that Birstan was in heavenly glory. Born c.870 Died 1 November 934 of natural causes while praying for the dead

BRIEUC Also known as Briocus; Brioc; Bru Memorial 1 May Profile Born and raised a pagan, but converted as a young adult. Educated in France by Saint Germanus of Auxerre. Preached in Cardigan. Founded two abbeys in Brittany. Bishop in upper Brittany. Venerated in Cornwall. Many churches in England and Scotland are dedicated to him. Born c.420 at Dyfed, Cardiganshire Died c.510 at Saint-Brieuc-des-Vaux, France of natural causes; relics in the abbey of Saint Sergius, Angers, and in the Cathedral of Saint Brieuc Canonized Pre-Congregation Patronage purse makers Representation alms-box; purse

Julian of Auvergne Also known as Julian of Brioude Memorial 28 August Profile Officer in the imperial Roman army. Closet Christian. Retired from the army and fled to Auvergne during the persecutions of Decius. At one point he was hidden by Saint Ferreolus. Later surrendered to pursuing Christian-hunters, and made a public announcement of his faith. Martyr. At least 80 French townships have some variant of his name. Born at Vienne, Dauphiny, Gaul (modern France) Died beheaded near Brioude, Gaul; water from a spring that grew nearby was later believed to cure headaches; relics enshrined at the monastery of Saint Julian until destroyed by Norse invaders; the site of the relics became known for miraculous cures, especially in the family of Saint Gregory of Tours, who wrote about them Canonized Pre-Congregation

Beatrice da Silva Meneses

Also known as Brites; Beatrix da Silva; Beatriz da Silva Meneses Memorial 17 August Profile Daughter of the Count of Viana. Sister of Saint Amedeus of Portugal. Raised in the household of Princess Isabel, and accompanied her to Castile when she married John II of Castile. Beatrice spent much of her life as a courtier, but tired of it. She retired to a Cistercian convent in the city of Toledo, and dedicated the rest of her life to God. Around 1484, Beatrice left the Cistercians and founded the Congregation of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. With the help of Queen Isabel, who funded the start of the new order, Beatrice established a house near the city of Toledo in the castle of Galliana, and spent the final six years of her life working with the women who joined the order. Born 1424 at in Campo Maior, Portalegre, Portugal Died 17 August 1492 in Toledo, Spain of natural causes Beatified 28 July 1926 by Pope Pius XI (cultus confirmed) Canonized 3 October 1976 by Pope Paul VI Patronage prisoners

Brithwald Also known as Beorhtweald; Berctuald; Beretuald; Berhtwald; Berthwald; Bertwald of Canterbury; Bertwald; Brihtwald Memorial 9 January Profile Educated at Canterbury, England. Benedictine monk. Abbot of Reculver abbey, Kent, England. Archbishop of Canterbury from 692 until his death nearly 40 years later. Correspondent of with Saint Boniface, Saint Aldhelm, and Saint Wilfrid. Born Anglo-Saxon Died 731 of natural causes; Saint Augustine's abbey, Canterbury, England Canonized Pre-Congregation

BRITTA Memorial 15 January Profile Fourth century virgin. Martyred with Saint Maura. Their story was lost, and their relics were discovered by Saint Euphronius. Canonized Pre-Congregation Patronage martyrs

Julian Maunoir

Also known as Julien Maunoir; Apostle of Brittany Memorial 28 January Profile Pious upbringing. Classmate of Saint Isaac Jogues. Jesuit in 1625. Regent of the College of Quimper 1630-1633. Ordained in 1637. Successfully fought secret societies in Brittany. Built homes for the aged at Vannes and Quimper. Having learned the Breton language, and developed a phonetic Breton alphabet, while teaching in Quimper, he was well suited for evangelizing the impoverished people of Brittany. Though he requested to go to Canada, he was assigned as a home missionary for 43 years, holding 375 missions, and becoming the principal cause of religious renewal in the province. His missions sometimes attracted 10,000 to 30,000 people; he had to bring in several parish priests to help hear confessions, catechize, and distribute Communion. In 1651, seven of these priests asked permission to join Julian in his work, and the group became known as the Breton Missionaries. By 1665 there were 300, and by 1683 almost 1000. Born 1 October 1606 at Saint-Georges-de-Reitembault, France Died 28 January 1683 at Plévin, France of natural causes Beatified 1951 by Pope Pius XII Canonized pending

BIEUZY of Brittany Memorial 24 November Profile Spiritual student of Saint Gildas. Followed Gildas in his work in Brittany. Martyr. Born 6th century in Britain Died martyred in the 7th century Canonized Pre-Congregation

Efflam of Brittany Memorial 6 November Profile Son of a British prince. Founded a monastery in Brittany, and served as its first abbot. Died c.700 of natural causes Canonized Pre-Congregation

Casilda of Toledo

Cadilda of Briviesca Memorial 9 April Profile Born to Moorish parents. Convert to Christianity. Anchorite in the Spanish province of Burgos. Died c.1050 Canonized Pre-Congregation Patronage against sterility