Doctor of the Church

  • January 20, 2022

Pope declares St. Irenaeus a doctor of the church

Pope Francis officially has declared St. Irenaeus of Lyon a doctor of the church....
  • October 7, 2021

Pope to name St. Irenaeus of Lyon a doctor of the church

Pope Francis said he intends to declare as a doctor of the church St. Irenaeus of Lyon, the...
  • February 2, 2021

Pope adds Martha, Mary and Lazarus, church doctors to universal calendar

Recognizing their welcome of and witness to Christ, Pope Francis has approved changing the liturgical feast of St....