Tag: Saints
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The 40 Martyrs of England and Wales: Faith Under Persecution (Part 2)
“Be faithful unto death, and I will give you the crown of life.” (Revelation 2:10) When we think of persecution, we often imagine faraway lands or distant centuries. But for Catholics in England and Wales, martyrdom was a brutal reality much closer to home. In the early decades of the Reformation, ordinary men and women,…
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The Story of the 40 Martyrs of England and Wales (Part 1)
The 40 Martyrs of England and Wales, canonized in 1970, represent those who bravely upheld their Catholic faith amid severe persecution from 1535-1679. Their stories embody courage and witness, promoting reconciliation and remembrance of faith. The Feast of the English Martyrs, celebrated on May 4th, honors all who sacrificed for their beliefs.