Monday, September 28 · Ordinary Time
Saint Simón de Rojas
Saint Simón de Rojas, also known as Simón Ruiz de Rojas or Simon of Rojas, was born on 28 October 1552 in Valladolid, Spain. From a young age, he displayed a deep piety and devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary.
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