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Saint vibiana

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St. Bibiana

Feast date: Dec 02

The earliest mention in authentic historical authority of St. Bibiana, a Roman female martyr, occurs in the “Liber Pontificalis” where in the biography of Pope Simplicius (468-483) it is stated that this pope “consecrated a basilica of the holy martyr Bibiana, which contained her body”. This basilica still exists today. In the fifth century, therefore, the bodily remains of St. Bibiana rested within the city walls. We have no further historical particulars concerning the martyr or the circumstances of her death, neither do we know why she was buried in the city itself. In later times a legend sprang up concerning her, connected with the Acts of the martyrdom of Saints John and Paul, and has no historical claim to belief.

According to this legend, Bibiana was the daughter of a former prefect, Flavianus, who was banished by Julian the Apostate. Dafrosa, the wife of Flavianus, and his two daughters, Demetria and Bibiana, were also persecuted by Julian. Dafrosa and Demetria died a natural death and were buried by Bibiana in th

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Saint Demetrios, The Myrrh-Streamer

Saint Demetrios was born in Thesaloniki, Greece in 270 AD. He came from a wealthy family and because he was athletic in appearance and heroic in spirit, he became a high-ranking officer in the Roman Army at a very young age. (This is why he is depicted in Byzantine icons in military dress, either standing or riding a horse.) He considered himself a soldier of Christ first, and a military soldier second. He spent most of his time as a devout missionary, preaching the Gospel at secret meetings and converting pagans to the Christian faith.

At one of these meetings, he was captured and placed in front of the Emperor Maximian, who wanted to learn the truth about the conversions. Saint Demetrios proclaimed his faith by saying: "...only in Christ do I believe." With that proclamation, Maximian ordered that Saint Demetrios be sent to prison and subjected to the cruelest tortures.

Even though Saint Demetrios was imprisoned, he did not stop preaching the gospel to those who came to see him. In jail, he was visited by his follower, Nestoras. Nestoras w

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St. Bibiana

December 2

When they lived: Saint Bibiana, also known as Saint Vivian, lived during the 4th century. The exact dates of her birth and death are uncertain, but she is believed to have lived around the mid-4th century, possibly from 316 to 363 AD.

Where they lived: Saint Bibiana’s life unfolded in the vibrant city of Rome, Italy. She was born and raised in this historical and bustling center of the Roman Empire.

Notable world events during the time of their life:

Edict of Milan (313 AD): The Edict of Milan, issued by Emperors Constantine and Licinius, marked a significant turning point for religious freedom. It granted tolerance to all religions within the Roman Empire, ending the persecution of Christians and allowing them to practice openly.
Battle of Adrianople (378 AD): This battle between the Eastern Roman Empire and the Visigoths was a major conflict that led to the death of Emperor Valens. It marked the beginning of significant upheavals within the Roman Empire and the gradual decline of its power.
Council of Nicaea (325 AD): Though a rel