Saint Charalambos | How the Martyr Miraculously Saved a Town from Destruction
Saint Charalambos was a 2nd century priest who endured immense torture for his Christian faith under the Roman Emperor Septimius Severus. Despite horrible persecutions, the over 100-year-old Charalambos refused to deny Christ, performing miracles that converted many pagans. Centuries later, he miraculously appeared to save a town from Nazi destruction. Steadfast Faith Amidst Severe Persecution […]
40 Holy Martyrs: Triumph of Faith and Courage
In the tumultuous era of 305 AD, amidst the reign of Emperor Licinius, a tale of extraordinary faith and indomitable spirit unfolded in Adrianople, Thrace. It was here that 40 ascetic virgins, under the guidance of Deacon Ammun, embraced a journey of devout resistance and ultimate sacrifice. This poignant narrative not only marks a pivotal […]
250 AD Persecution under Emperor Decius
In the turbulent milieu of 250 AD, the Roman Empire witnessed an unprecedented religious upheaval under Emperor Decius. His edicts instigated a severe persecution of Christians, a pivotal moment in the early Church’s history. Decius, born circa 201 AD and deceased in 251 AD, aimed to restore traditional Roman values and religious practices, inadvertently […]