Saint Marcellus of Chalons-sur-Saône, also known as Marcellus of Lyons, Marcello, Marcelo, Marcel, and Marceau, was a priest in the city of Lyons in Gaul (modern France) during the early years of the Christian Church. He lived during a period of intense persecution of Christians under the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius. Little is known about Saint Marcellus's early life and upbringing....
At Aquileia, the holy virgins and martyrs Euphemia, Dorothea, Thecla, and Erasma. Under Nero, after enduring many torments, they were slain with the sword, and buried by St. Hermagoras.
According to the readings in the Office of Saint Euphemia for September 3, there was a wealthy pagan in first-century Aquileia named Valentius. He had four daughters: Euphemia, Dorothea, Thecla, and Erasma....
Saint Antoninus of Pamiers, also known as the Apostle of the Rouergue, was a first-century convert to Christianity. He was born in Fredelacum, Gaul, which is modern-day Pamiers, France. Not much is known about his early life, but it is believed that he made a pilgrimage to Rome, Italy, where he deepened his faith and received ordination as a priest. After his time in Rome, Saint Antoninus felt...
At the end of the Pentateuch, as Moses dies, he transfers leadership of Israel to Joshua by the laying on of hands and the impartation of the spirit of wisdom. The book of Joshua opens with God’s command for Joshua to lead Israel across the Jordan and into the promised land. Joshua first sends spies into the land, an action that produces even more believers – Rahab and all her...
Saint Nicodemus, also known simply as Nicodemus, was a prominent figure during the time of Jesus Christ in Israel. He held a significant position as a member of the Sanhedrin, the highest Jewish religious court of that period. This secret disciple of Christ led a remarkable life that left a lasting impact on the early Christian community. Nicodemus is best known for his clandestine meetings...