Thomas of Villanova
Thomas of Villanova, OSA (1488 – September 8, 1555) was a Spanish Augustinian friar, preacher, ascetic and religious writer. He served as Archbishop of Valencia from 1545 to 1555 and was famous for the extent of his care for the poor of his see.
Patron saint of Danao City, Cebu and Pardo District, Cebu City; Santolan, Pasig; Alimodian and Miag-ao in Iloilo; Dao, Capiz; Villanova University
In the Martyrology
- September 8 Saint Tomás de Villanueva, hermit, bishop of Valencia