The Basics: Born about 410 in Italy; died before 450 in Italy; canonized on May 22, 1754, by Benedict XIV; feast day, March 27. Martyr. The Story: It appears to have been a loving housekeeper who introduced the young Augusta to Christianity. The motherless child was baptized by a hermit the housekeeper knew, and began doing… Continue reading Wednesday’s Woman: St. Augusta of Treviso