The Basics: Born in the fourth century in Turkey; died about 374 in Turkey; canonized pre-congregation; feast day, August 5. Wife and mother. The Story: If ever there was a mother who had an impact on her family’s faith life, it was Nonna. Raised by Christian parents, she was given in marriage to Gregory of Nazianzus, the… Continue reading Wednesday’s Woman: St. Nonna
Category: Saints
Saying Yes
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. It was the year 30 or so when Peter got out of the boat and walked on water. It didn’t work for long, of course, as he then… Continue reading Saying Yes
Wednesday’s Woman: St. Serapia
The Basics: Born in the second century in Turkey; died about 120 in Italy; canonized pre-congregation; feast day, July 29. Martyr. The Story: Persecution in Christ’s name marked Serapia’s life from start to finish. She and her parents left Antioch, where she was born, due to persecution and moved to Rome. Serapia received several marriage proposals, but opted… Continue reading Wednesday’s Woman: St. Serapia
Wednesday’s Woman: St. Kinga of Poland
The Basics: March 5, 1224, in Hungary; died July 24, 1292, in Poland; canonized June 16, 1999, by John Paul II; feast day, July 24. Queen and woman religious. The Story: Legend has it that when Kinga prepared to leave her native Hungary to be married to a Polish prince, her father offered gold and silver to… Continue reading Wednesday’s Woman: St. Kinga of Poland