Saints Marian and James
Two almost unknown martyrs courageously witnessed to the world many years ago about their faith. Saints Marian and James were martyred in the 3rd century, yet their deaths still speak to the Church today.
Image: “The Christian Martyrs’ Last Prayer” | Jean-Léon Gérôme

Saints of the Day for May 6

(d. May 6, 259)


Saints Marian and James’s Story

Saint Marian, an ordained lector, and Saint James, a deacon, were martyred during the persecution of Valerian around the year 259. Few other facts are known about them.

It seems that while they were in prison, each had a vision regarding his martyrdom. They drew courage from these apparitions and were able to courageously face death. They were joined in their deaths by other Christians.


Reflection

The old saying that the more things change the more they stay the same may apply to today’s celebration. Two faithful people facing the hardships of life during persecution in the third century may have a lot in common with those facing persecution for their faith today.


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Source: https://www.franciscanmedia.org/saint-of-the-day/saints-marian-and-james/

Saints Marian and James