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9 October 2025

• 03:4803:48, 9 October 2025 diff hist +4‎ Portal:Saints/DYK/12 ‎No edit summary Tag: Visual edit
• 03:4803:48, 9 October 2025 diff hist +43‎ N Polish ‎ Redirected page to Poland current Tags: New redirect Visual edit
• 03:4703:47, 9 October 2025 diff hist +982‎ N Portal:Saints/DYK/12 ‎ Created page with "* ...that Saint Cyril of Jerusalem, a 4th-century bishop, was exiled multiple times for defending orthodox Christian teachings? His ''Catechetical Lectures'' guided converts and shaped early Catechism teachings. * ...that Saint Josephine Bakhita, a former slave, became a nun after being freed in Italy? Canonized in 2000, she is a patroness of human trafficking victims and Sudan. * ...that Saint Anselm of Canterbury, a Doctor of the Church, dev..."
• 03:4703:47, 9 October 2025 diff hist +959‎ N Portal:Saints/DYK/11 ‎ Created page with "* ...that Saint Isidore of Seville, a 7th-century scholar, compiled an encyclopedia that preserved knowledge through the Middle Ages? His work earned him patronage of the internet and computers. * ...that Saint Maria Goretti, a 12-year-old martyr, forgave her attacker on her deathbed? Her 1902 martyrdom in Italy made her a patroness of purity and victims of violence. * ...that Saint Bonaventure, a Doctor of the Church, mediated disputes during the Sec..." Tag: Visual edit: Switched
• 03:4603:46, 9 October 2025 diff hist +4‎ Portal:Saints/DYK/10 ‎No edit summary Tag: Visual edit
• 03:4603:46, 9 October 2025 diff hist +978‎ N Portal:Saints/DYK/10 ‎ Created page with "* ...that Saint Columba, an Irish monk, was exiled to Scotland after a dispute over a manuscript? His 6th-century missionary work founded the monastery of Iona, spreading Christianity in the region. * ...that Saint Catherine Labouré, a French nun, received visions of the Virgin Mary that inspired the Miraculous Medal? Her 1830 apparitions in Paris led to millions wearing the devotional medal. * ...that Saint Justin Martyr, a 2nd-century philo..."
• 03:4503:45, 9 October 2025 diff hist +1,022‎ N Portal:Saints/DYK/9 ‎ Created page with "* ...that Saint Scholastica, twin sister of Saint Benedict of Nursia, is said to have summoned a storm to prolong their final meeting? Her 6th-century devotion made her a patroness of nuns and convents. * ...that Saint Damien of Molokai, a missionary priest, volunteered to serve lepers in Hawaii and later died of the disease? Canonized in 2009, he is a patron of those with leprosy and outcasts. * ...that Saint Clare of Montefalco, an Augustinian nun,..."
• 03:4503:45, 9 October 2025 diff hist +1,007‎ N Portal:Saints/DYK/8 ‎ Created page with "* ...that Saint Agnes of Rome, a 13-year-old martyr, was executed for refusing marriage to preserve her vow of chastity? Her 4th-century martyrdom made her a patroness of virgins and young girls. * ...that Saint Louis de Montfort, a French priest, walked thousands of miles barefoot to preach devotion to the Virgin Mary? His 18th-century book, ''True Devotion to Mary'', remains a spiritual classic. * ...that Saint Blaise, a 4th-century bishop, is said to h..."
• 03:4403:44, 9 October 2025 diff hist +1,032‎ N Portal:Saints/DYK/7 ‎ Created page with "* ...that Saint Brigid of Kildare, one of Ireland’s patron saints, was said to have turned water into beer for a leper? Her 5th-century acts of charity made her a beloved figure in Irish monasticism. * ...that Saint John of the Cross, a Carmelite mystic, was imprisoned by his own order for his reform efforts? His 16th-century writings, like ''Dark Night of the Soul'', shaped Catholic mysticism. * ...that Saint Perpetua, a 3rd-century martyr, recorde..."
• 03:4403:44, 9 October 2025 diff hist +1,007‎ N Portal:Saints/DYK/6 ‎ Created page with "* ...that Saint Polycarp, a 2nd-century bishop, was sentenced to death at age 86 for refusing to deny Christ? His martyrdom by burning in Smyrna inspired early Christian accounts of steadfast faith. * ...that Saint Faustina Kowalska, a Polish nun, recorded visions of the Divine Mercy in her diary? Her 1930s revelations popularized the Divine Mercy devotion worldwide. * ...that Saint Christopher, patron of travelers, was said to have carri..."
• 03:4303:43, 9 October 2025 diff hist +969‎ N Portal:Saints/DYK/5 ‎ Created page with "* ...that Saint Cecilia, patroness of musicians, sang in her heart to God during her martyrdom? Her 3rd-century death inspired countless musical works, despite little historical record of her life. * ...that Saint Martin of Tours, a former Roman soldier, cut his cloak in half to share with a beggar? His 4th-century act of charity led to a vision of Christ and his conversion to Christianity. * ...that Saint Elizabeth of Hungary, a princess, se..."
• 03:4203:42, 9 October 2025 diff hist +1,056‎ N Portal:Saints/DYK/4 ‎ Created page with "* ...that Saint Francis Xavier, a missionary pioneer, baptized tens of thousands in Asia despite never learning their languages fully? His travels in the 16th century made him a patron of missionaries and co-founder of the Jesuits. * ...that Saint Margaret of Scotland, a queen, fed orphans daily before her own meals? Her charitable works in the 11th century earned her a legacy as a patroness of Scotland. * ...that Saint Sebastian, pierc..."
• 03:4103:41, 9 October 2025 diff hist +13‎ Portal:Saints/DYK/3 ‎No edit summary Tag: Visual edit
• 03:4103:41, 9 October 2025 diff hist +49‎ N Canonized ‎ Redirected page to Canonization current Tags: New redirect Visual edit
• 03:4003:40, 9 October 2025 diff hist +15‎ Portal:Saints/DYK/3 ‎No edit summary Tag: Visual edit
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• 03:4003:40, 9 October 2025 diff hist +20‎ N French ‎ Redirected page to France current Tags: New redirect Visual edit
• 03:3903:39, 9 October 2025 diff hist +1,074‎ N Portal:Saints/DYK/3 ‎ Created page with "* ...that Saint Benedict of Nursia, founder of Western monasticism, escaped poisoning attempts by his own monks? His ''Rule of Saint Benedict'', written in the 6th century, continues to guide Benedictine monasteries worldwide. * ...that Saint Joan of Arc, a teenage peasant, led French armies to victory during the Hundred Years' War? Burned at the stake in 1431, her visions and courage made her a patroness of France. * ...that [[Saint Maximilian Kolbe]..."
• 03:3903:39, 9 October 2025 diff hist +39‎ Portal:Saints/DYK/2 ‎No edit summary Tag: Visual edit
• 03:3703:37, 9 October 2025 diff hist +1,125‎ N Portal:Saints/DYK/2 ‎ Created page with "* ...that Saint Augustine of Hippo, once a hedonistic rhetorician, wrote the ''Confessions'', considered one of the first autobiographies in Western literature? His conversion to Christianity in 386 AD profoundly shaped Catholic theology. * ...that Saint Clare of Assisi, a follower of Saint Francis of Assisi, repelled an army by holding up the Eucharist? In 1240, her act of faith at San Damiano is said to have protected her convent from Saracen invaders. * ....."
• 03:3603:36, 9 October 2025 diff hist −483‎ Portal:Saints/DYK/1 ‎No edit summary Tag: Visual edit
• 03:3403:34, 9 October 2025 diff hist +1,651‎ N Portal:Saints/DYK/1 ‎ Created page with "=== Did You Know === * ...that '''Saint Catherine of Siena''', a 14th-century mystic, reportedly survived solely on the Eucharist for extended periods? As a Doctor of the Church, her intense spiritual practices and letters to popes influenced the return of the papacy to Rome from Avignon. [Source: Saintapedia, "Catherine of Siena"]. * ...that '''Saint Lawrence''', a Roman deacon, jokingly told his executioners to "turn me over, I’m done on this side" while being roaste..."
• 03:2903:29, 9 October 2025 diff hist −49‎ Portal:Saints ‎No edit summary
• 03:2803:28, 9 October 2025 diff hist +60‎ Portal:Saints/DYK ‎No edit summary
• 03:2803:28, 9 October 2025 diff hist +626‎ N Portal:Saints/DYK ‎ Created page with "This is a place for did you know hooks about saints that will appear randomly on main portal. It is based on {{W|Wikipedia:Did you know/Guidelines}}. * Portal:Saints/Featured/1 * Portal:Saints/Featured/2 * Portal:Saints/Featured/3 * Portal:Saints/Featured/4 * Portal:Saints/Featured/5 * Portal:Saints/Featured/6 * Portal:Saints/Featured/7 * Portal:Saints/Featured/8 * Portal:Saints/Featured/9 * Portal:Saints/Featured/10 * Port..."
• 03:2603:26, 9 October 2025 diff hist +1‎ Prompt (Did you know) ‎ →‎Task current
• 03:2503:25, 9 October 2025 diff hist −15‎ Prompt (Did you know) ‎No edit summary
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• 03:2503:25, 9 October 2025 diff hist +2,537‎ Prompt (Did you know) ‎No edit summary Tag: Visual edit
• 03:2303:23, 9 October 2025 diff hist +1,218‎ Prompt (Did you know) ‎No edit summary Tag: Visual edit
• 03:2303:23, 9 October 2025 diff hist −1,042‎ Prompt (Did you know) ‎ Blanked the page Tag: Blanking
• 03:2203:22, 9 October 2025 diff hist −176‎ Prompts ‎ →‎Hallucinations prevention
• 03:2203:22, 9 October 2025 diff hist +1,252‎ Prompts ‎ →‎Libraries Tag: Visual edit
• 03:0103:01, 9 October 2025 diff hist +1,042‎ N Prompt (Did you know) ‎ Created page with " You are a fact-conscious language model that prioritizes epistemic accuracy over speed or persuasion. Your core principle: "if it is not verifiable, do not claim it." Before responding, verify your answer follows these rules: * Clearly distinguish between verified facts, probabilistic inference, and unknown areas * Use cautious qualifiers: "According to...", "As of [date]...", "It appears that..." * When unsure, say "I don't know" or "This cannot be confirmed" * Never..." Tag: Visual edit
• 02:5802:58, 9 October 2025 diff hist −4‎ Prompts ‎ →‎Libraries
• 02:5802:58, 9 October 2025 diff hist +740‎ Prompts ‎ →‎Parish Tag: Visual edit
• 02:5802:58, 9 October 2025 diff hist +4‎ Prompts ‎No edit summary Tag: Visual edit
• 02:5702:57, 9 October 2025 diff hist +24‎ Prompts ‎No edit summary Tag: Visual edit
• 02:5702:57, 9 October 2025 diff hist +36‎ Prompt (Parish) ‎No edit summary Tag: Visual edit
• 02:5602:56, 9 October 2025 diff hist −4,427‎ Prompts ‎ →‎Parish Tag: Replaced
• 02:5602:56, 9 October 2025 diff hist +4,455‎ N Prompt (Parish) ‎ Created page with "Give it a name such as St. X Church (Diocese of X). If there are multiple parishes with the same diocese differentiate in this style: St. X Church (Diocese of X, City 1) and St. X Church (Diocese of X, City 2). === Intro === Let's call this format 'Parish': I want all responses to be detailed below based on the provided NAME.  Put this all in a box that can be copied. Conducted two checks of all inline citations/reference to ensure they are formatted correctly. === L..."
• 02:5602:56, 9 October 2025 diff hist −10,434‎ Prompts ‎ →‎Saints
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8 October 2025

• 03:4903:49, 8 October 2025 diff hist −39‎ Lay organizations ‎No edit summary current Tag: Visual edit
• 03:4903:49, 8 October 2025 diff hist +7,424‎ N Lay organizations ‎ Created page with "# Catholic lay organizations '''Catholic lay organizations''', also known as '''lay apostolates''', '''lay movements''', or '''associations of the faithful''', are voluntary groups composed primarily of lay Catholics (non-ordained members of the Church) that engage in spiritual, charitable, educational, or social activities to promote the Gospel and serve the Church and society. These organizations operate under the guidance of the Catholic Church, often with formal rec..." Tag: Visual edit: Switched
• 03:4903:49, 8 October 2025 diff hist +4‎ Portal:Lay orgs/Intro ‎No edit summary Tag: Visual edit
• 03:4803:48, 8 October 2025 diff hist +872‎ N Portal:Lay orgs/Intro ‎ Created page with "'''Lay organizations''', also known as '''lay apostolates''', '''lay movements''', or '''associations of the faithful''', are voluntary groups composed primarily of lay Catholics (non-ordained members of the Church) that engage in spiritual, charitable, educational, or social activities to promote the Gospel and serve the Church and society. These organizations operate under the guidance of the Catholic Church, often with formal recognition from the Holy See, and emphasi..."
• 03:3203:32, 8 October 2025 diff hist −37‎ Portal:States ‎ . current
• 03:3103:31, 8 October 2025 diff hist +395‎ N Portal:States/Featured/5 ‎ Created page with "Kinshasa Province, encircling the Democratic Republic of the Congo's capital, drives African Catholicism via the Archdiocese of Kinshasa (1959), pioneering the Zairean Rite with dance-infused liturgies. Serving 6+ million Catholics (part of 50–55 million nationwide), its 1,200+ priests lead schools and peace efforts, symbolizing the continent's 1.7% annual Catholic growth in conflict zones." current Tag: Visual edit
• 03:3103:31, 8 October 2025 diff hist +387‎ N Portal:States/Featured/4 ‎ Created page with "Lviv Oblast, western Ukraine's cultural hub, preserves Eastern Catholicism through the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Archeparchy of Lviv (1958), serving 4–5 million UGCC faithful with Byzantine Rite liturgies. Centered on St. George's Cathedral (UNESCO site), it survived Soviet suppression (1946–1991), fostering ecumenism and seminaries amid Ukraine's 10% Catholic minority (4 million)." current Tag: Visual edit