Saints Martha, Mary, and Lazarus are celebrated together on their feast day, which is observed on July 29th by the Catholic Church and other Christian denominations.
- Saint Martha: A devoted disciple of Jesus, known for her hospitality and service. She welcomed Jesus into her home and was often busy serving, while her sister Mary sat at Jesus' feet, listening to his teachings.
- Saint Mary of Bethany: Martha's sister, who chose to sit at Jesus' feet, listening to his teachings, and was praised by Jesus for her devotion.
- Saint Lazarus: The brother of Martha and Mary, who was raised from the dead by Jesus, as recorded in the Gospel of John (John 11:1-44).
On February 2, 2018, Pope Francis announced that Saints Martha, Mary, and Lazarus would be celebrated together on their feast day, July 29th. This decision was made to emphasize the importance of their shared story and their relationships with Jesus.
In his announcement, Pope Francis wrote: "The traditional association of Martha, Mary, and Lazarus has its roots in the Gospel accounts of Luke and John, which recount the sisters' hospitality and their brother's resurrection. This association highlights the family bond between the three and their friendship with Jesus."
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