Saint Adrian of Nicomedia, also known as Hadrian, was a pagan officer and bodyguard at the imperial court of Nicomedia. He earned his reputation as a fierce and devoted protector, standing by the side of the emperor. However, Adrian's life took a transformative turn when he witnessed the incredible strength and unwavering faith of persecuted Christians. Deeply moved by their unwavering...

Saint Marinus of Caesarea, also known as Marino, was a soldier in the Roman army and a devout Christian. Born in Caesarea, Palestine, he lived during the third century. While serving in the Roman army, Marinus embraced Christianity secretly, practicing his faith in hiding due to the unfavorable conditions for Christians at the time. An opportunity arose for Marinus to advance in his military...

Saint John Maron, also known as John the Sarumite, was born in the 7th century in Sarum, the son of Agathon, the governor of Sarum, and Anohamia. He was also the grandson of Prince Alidipas and a member of the Frankish royal family which governed Antioch. From a young age, John received an excellent education, studying various subjects including mathematics, sciences, philosophy, theology,...

Pope Saint Felix III, also known as Felix II, was born into a Roman senatorial family. Not much is known about his early life except that he held the distinguished title of a Roman senator. He was married and had children, but after his wife's passing, he made the decision to follow his calling to the priesthood. Felix III was elected as the 48th pope in 483 AD. At the time of his...

Saint Romanus of Condat, also known as Romanus of Leuconne, was a Gallo-Roman Catholic Saint born around 390 in Upper Bugey, France. He was the brother of Saint Lupicinus and together they would play significant roles in the spread of Christianity in the region. At the age of 35, Romanus decided to dedicate his life to God and became a monk in Lyon, France. However, he felt called to a more...