The Basics: Born second century AD in France; died 177 in France; canonized pre-congregation; feast day, June 2. Martyr. The Story: Blandina, a slave, learned about Jesus from her mistress. Then there came the day when her mistress was decapitated for her faith. It was a difficult time for Christians in Lyons, France; torture upon torture resulting in… Continue reading Wednesday’s Woman: St. Blandina
Category: Martyrs
Wednesday’s Woman: St. Plautilla
The Basics: Born early first century AD in Italy; died 67 in Italy; canonized precongregation; feast day, May 20. Wife; martyr. The Story: The wife of a Roman official, Plautilla converted to Christianity as an adult. Tradition has it that Saint Paul was responsible for her conversion, and that she was baptized by Saint Peter. While we know… Continue reading Wednesday’s Woman: St. Plautilla
Wednesday’s Woman: St. Solange
The Basics: Born about 863 in France; died 878 in France; canonized precongregation; feast day, May 10. Martyr. The Story: Solange was a young shepherdess, born into a poor family but rich in her relationship with the Lord. She lost herself in prayer frequently, and decided she would not marry. However, her beauty caught the eye of… Continue reading Wednesday’s Woman: St. Solange
Surrendering to the Lord’s Correction
Note: On Tuesdays and some Sundays, you can find me at Your Daily Tripod, owned by my friend TonyD. A longer version of the post below appears there. (Stephen said:) “You stiff-necked people, uncircumcised in heart and ears, you are forever opposing the Holy Spirit, just as your ancestors used to do.” (Acts 7:51, NRSVCE) Correction… Continue reading Surrendering to the Lord’s Correction