Saint Barbara, also known as Barbara, is an emblematic figure of Christianity, particularly venerated as the patron saint of miners, firefighters, artillerymen and all those who work with explosive or dangerous materials. Her life, marked by unshakeable faith and extraordinary courage, is surrounded by legendary tales and symbolism. Read more...

A child of Lebanon, marked by faithBorn in 1828 in the small village of Bekaa Kafra in northern Lebanon, Youssef Antoun Makhlouf grew up in a deeply religious Maronite Christian family. Orphaned at a very young age, he was brought up by his mother, who passed on to him a simple and robust faith. From an early age, Youssef was drawn to a life of prayer and solitude. He spent hours in a cave not far from his home, transformed into a small hermitage, where he meditated and prayed far from the tumult of the world.At the age of 23, he left everything to enter the monastery of Notre-Dame de Mayfouq, then the monastery of Saint Maron in Annaya, where he took the name Brother Charbel, in homage to a martyr of the ancient Church. He was ordained a priest in 1859. Read more...

Saint Cecilia is a prominent figure in Christianity, recognised as the patron saint of musicians. She is celebrated every year on 22 November. Her life, wrapped in stories of faith, courage and dedication, remains a source of inspiration for many believers. Although the exact details of her biography are partly legendary, her story reveals a deep spirituality and an unshakeable loyalty to her Christian convictions. Read more...

St Basil, often referred to as Basil the Martyr, is a prominent figure in the early Christian Church. Although less well known than his namesake Basil of Caesarea, this saint is revered for his unshakeable faith and ultimate sacrifice for Christ. The accounts of his life and martyrdom highlight the challenges faced by the early Christians in a hostile world, as well as their commitment to bearing witness to their faith despite persecution. Read more...

St Edmund the Martyr, also known as Edmund of East Anglia, is an iconic figure of Christian holiness and courage in the Middle Ages. King of East Anglia in the IXᵉ century, he is revered for his unshakeable faith and sacrifice in the face of Viking invasions. His life, though marked by tragedy, inspired deep devotion throughout medieval England and beyond. Read more...