Janina Szymkowiak
A Polish religious sister of the Congregation of the Seraphic Sisters, Sister Maria Sancja heroically devoted herself to prisoners of war during the S…
First name and chronology
Janina
3 saints and blesseds bear the name Janina, between 1887 and 1979; the most famous is Janina Szymkowiak, celebrated on August 29th.
Chronology of the name Janina
Dated figures are ordered from earliest to latest.
- 1887-1942 Janina Szymkowiak A Polish religious sister of the Congregation of the Seraphic Sisters, Sister Maria Sancja heroically devoted herself to…
- 1924-1979 Janina Woynarowska Janina Woynarowska (1923-1979) was a Polish nurse, a consecrated layperson within the Secular Institute of Christ the Re…
- 1934-1946 Teresa Janina Kierocińska Foundress of the Congregation of the Carmelite Sisters of the Infant Jesus, she distinguished herself by her heroic char…
All records linked to Janina
Janina Woynarowska
Janina Woynarowska (1923-1979) was a Polish nurse, a consecrated layperson within the Secular Institute of Christ the Redeemer of Man, recognized for …
Teresa Janina Kierocińska
Foundress of the Congregation of the Carmelite Sisters of the Infant Jesus, she distinguished herself by her heroic charity and resistance work during…
Frequently asked questions
When is Saint Janina's feast day?
The feast of Janina is celebrated on August 29th, in memory of Janina Szymkowiak.
How many saints are named Janina?
3 saints and blesseds bear the name Janina, including Janina Szymkowiak, Janina Woynarowska and Teresa Janina Kierocińska.
Who is the most famous saint named Janina?
The most famous saint named Janina is Janina Szymkowiak (20th century).