St. Martha: Saint of the Day for Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Scriptures highlight St. Martha's special relationship with Jesus in Bethany on July 29, 2026, a date also marked as National Lasagna Day.

St. Martha is recognized as the Saint of the Day for Wednesday, July 29, 2026. In the Gospel of John, a unique statement emphasizes that Jesus loved Martha, her sister Mary, and her brother Lazarus, reflecting the special relationship he shared with the family. Biblical accounts indicate that Jesus was a frequent guest at Martha's home in Bethany, which was a small village located about two miles from Jerusalem.[2]
Three distinct visits by Jesus to Martha's household in Bethany are documented across several passages in the New Testament, including Luke 10:38-42, John 11:1-53, and John 12:1-9. In the story narrated in Luke, Martha opens her home to Jesus and his disciples, immediately attending to her guests upon their arrival. Her welcoming actions cause many people to easily identify with her character in the biblical story.[2]
Along with the Christian tradition honoring St. Martha on this date, July 29, 2026, is also celebrated as National Lasagna Day. The date brings together religious reflection on historical saintly hospitality alongside widespread food celebrations featured on social media and digital publications.[1][2]



