Our Class Saints

St. John Henry Newman: A Short Biography

St. John Henry Newman was an important English priest and writer, born on 21st February 1801 in London. He started as an Anglican and became a leader in the Oxford Movement, which wanted to change the Church of England. In 1845, Newman decided to join the Catholic Church, where he worked on education and faith. He founded the Oratory of St. Philip Neri in Birmingham and helped start a university in Dublin.

Pope Francis canonised him on 13th October 2019, and we celebrate his feast day on the same date, remembering his great impact on the Christian faith.

St Nicholas Owen: A Short Biography

St Nicholas Owen was an English Jesuit layman born in 1562. He is known for his bravery during a time when practising Catholicism was dangerous. Nicholas was a talented carpenter who built secret hiding places, called 'priests' holes,' where priests could hide from those trying to capture them. He was arrested in 1606 and, even though he was tortured, he stayed true to his faith. He sadly died in prison later that same year.

St Nicholas Owen’s feast day is celebrated on March 22nd, honouring his courage and faithfulness, reminding us to stand up for what we believe in.