ALL SAINTS CELEBRATED IN OCTOBER
Saints celebrated on the 28th of October
SAINTS ANASTASIA THE ELDER AND CYRIL, MARTYRS
Today, we also commemorate Saints Anastasia the Elder and Cyril. The Roman Martyrology states:
"In the same city [Rome], the holy martyrs Anastasia the Elder, virgin, and Cyril. In the persecution of Valerian, under the prefect Probus, Anastasia was bound with chains, buffeted, subjected to fire and scourging, and, as she remained immovable in the confession of Christ, her breasts were cut off, her nails plucked out, her teeth broken, and her hands, feet and head severed from her body. Bedecked with her sufferings as with so many jewels, she went to her spouse. At her request, Cyril gave her some water to drink, and for his reward became a martyr."
PRAYER:
Grant, we beseech you, almighty God, that the venerable feast of Saints Anastasia and Cyril may increase our devotion and promote our salvation. 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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