February 10

George of the Palatinate served as a Roman Catholic bishop in the early 16th century. He was noted for his administrative reforms and efforts to strengthen the diocesan structure. He navigated the complex religious tensions at the outset of the Protestant Reformation. He promoted education by supporting cathedral schools and training clergy. His leadership helped maintain stability in the Palatinate region during a time of change. Although details of his personal life are scarce, his impact on the church remains noteworthy.

Domenico Bollani served as Bishop of Milan during a period of significant religious reform. He was responsible for implementing decrees of the Council of Trent within his diocese. Bollani worked to improve clergy education and enforce discipline among the clergy. He supported charitable institutions and sought to strengthen parish life. His leadership contributed to the Counter-Reformation efforts in northern Italy. He died in 1579, leaving a legacy of ecclesiastical renewal.

Ordained as a Dominican priest in 1938, Pire dedicated his life to aiding displaced persons after World War II. He founded the organization 'Vie et Lumière', establishing village communities for refugees across Europe. Pire's innovative approach emphasized self-reliance and dignity for refugees. In 1958, he received the Nobel Peace Prize for his outstanding humanitarian efforts. He lectured around the world, raising awareness of the refugee crisis. Pire's legacy lives on in international relief organizations inspired by his principles.

José Gabriel da Costa, also known as Mestre Gabriel, was born in 1922 in Brazil. In 1961, he founded the União do Vegetal, a religious movement that harmoniously combines Christian, indigenous, and Eastern spiritual traditions. He introduced the ceremonial use of the hoasca tea (ayahuasca) as a sacrament for healing and spiritual enlightenment. Under his guidance, the UDV grew internationally, establishing chapters in several countries and gaining legal recognition for its religious practices. He passed away in 1971, leaving behind a legacy of spiritual unity and legal victories for religious freedom.