Saints celebrated on the 30th of June
THE FIRST MARTYRS OF THE CHURCH OF ROME
Many Christians were put to death by the Emperor Nero, after the burning of the city of Rome in 64, for which they were held responsible. Their death is recorded by the historian, Tacitus, and also by Pope Clement I in his letter to the Corinthians.
PRAYER:
Father,
you sanctified the Church of Rome
with the blood of its first martyrs.
May we find strength from their courage
and rejoice in their triumph.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you
in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
God, for ever and ever.
Amen.
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