Add to favoritesSt. Alena
| Feast day | July 9 |
| Birth | 1872 |
| Death | 1900 |
| Beatified | 24 November 1946 by Pope Pius XII |
| Cannonized | October 1, 2000 by Pope John Paul II |
St. Alena is a Christian saint who was martyred around the year 640. She is sometimes referred to as Alena of Forest or Alena of Brussels, having died in Forest, Belgium12.
1. Early Life and Conversion:
- Born in Dilbeek, near Brussels, to noble pagan parents, Levold and Hildegaart12.
- Alena chose to be baptized secretly and attended Mass without her parents’ knowledge12.
2. Martyrdom:
- When her father discovered her Christian faith, he believed she had been bewitched and sent guards to bring her home12.
- During the struggle, Alena lost an arm and later died from her injuries in prison12.
3. Miracles and Veneration:
- Various miracles were reported at her burial site, including the restoration of sight to Duke Omundus12.
- Her relics were enshrined in the Priory of Forest in 1193, making it a popular pilgrimage site12.
St. Alena’s story is a testament to unwavering faith and courage. 😇
1: Wikipedia 2: Saints Feast Family
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