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Today is the feast day of the little known early martyrs Agape, Chionia and Irene who were executed during the great persecution under Diocletian. Their story, as told in this ancient transcript, deserves to be better known.
1 posted on 04/03/2019 12:17:40 PM PDT by Antoninus
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To: Antoninus
But ... but ... but...

Sola Scriptura?

2 posted on 04/03/2019 12:40:12 PM PDT by Rocky Mountain Wild Turkey ("I have an open mind ... just not so open that my brain falls out onto the floor!!")
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To: Antoninus

The Romans did not care if someone worshipped other “gods.” What they did not like was losing the coins that were cast at the Roman Gods/Caesars.

Its all about the Benjamins. It always has been.


3 posted on 04/03/2019 12:41:11 PM PDT by Vermont Lt (If we get Medicare for all, will we have to show IDs for service? Why?)
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To: Antoninus

What an amazing account of great faith! I love their answers on who brought them to their faith - or who provided them with food in the mountains!


6 posted on 04/03/2019 12:47:06 PM PDT by 21twelve (!)
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To: Antoninus

bump


29 posted on 04/04/2019 5:15:57 AM PDT by Albion Wilde (In war, there can be no substitute for victory. --Douglas MacArthur)
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To: ebb tide; Salvation; Mrs. Don-o

April 3 ~ Feast of Saints Agape, Chionia and Irene

Catholic ping!


43 posted on 04/03/2020 8:17:59 AM PDT by Antoninus (The press has lost the ability to persuade. They retain the ability to foment a panic.)
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