The Basics: Born in the 1st century in Israel; died in 117 in Italy; canonized precongregation; feast day, September 4. Martyr. The Story: Two Roman emperors attempted to break Hermione’s faith, and both failed. Hermione was one of Philip the Deacon’s (not to be confused with Philip the apostle) four daughters, and so was well grounded… Continue reading Wednesday’s Woman: St. Hermione of Ephesus