The Basics: Birthdates unknown, in Greece; died 304, in Greece; canonized pre-congregation; feast day, April 3. Martyrs. The Story: Irene’s older sisters, Agape and Chionia, had been burned alive. Their “crimes” had included possessing holy scriptures and refusing to eat meat sacrificed to the gods. Irene remained steadfast in refusing to participate in the sacrifice, and was… Continue reading Wednesday’s Women: Sts. Irene, Agape, and Chionia