05/03/2026
In honor of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we are celebrating saints like Saint Pedro Calungsod. Pedro was born in the Philippines, in a region known for its strong Catholic roots, and he was drawn to the faith from a young age. As a young lay catechist and missionary, he traveled to the Mariana Islands to help share the Gospel and teach the Catholic faith. Martyred in Guam at just 17 years old, he is remembered for his courage, humility and devotion to Christ. Canonized in 2012, Saint Pedro continues to inspire young people and missionaries through his faithful witness.