Feast of Saint Vincent Ferrer – Remembering the Great Builder of the Church

Vincent Ferrer, the Patron Saint of Builders, was known and was given this title for building and giving strength to the Catholic Church during the Great Schism. Everywhere he passed, churches, orphanages, convents, and hospitals were built. He was born in Valencia, Spain formerly Kingdom of Valencia on January 23, 1357. His father, William Stuart came from the English noble (de) Ferrer Family and the Stuart (Scottish) Family. His mother, Constantia Miguel, had Spanish origins.

Nirvana Day: A Buddhist Festival

Buddhism has been viewed as being enlightened with life and its worth. It teaches rebirth and followers believe that life is influenced by past karma. It directs to a way of life that shuns self indulgence and self centeredness. Buddhism has no supreme god or deity and is simply a way of life for its followers.

In the Roman Catholic Church, Feb 2 is Candlemas, commemorating the purification of Mary and the presentation of Jesus in the temple 40 days after his birth. The feast is also called the Presentation of the Lord. Candlemas marks the end of the Christmas liturgical season.