ALL SAINTS CELEBRATED IN MAY Saints celebrated on the 5th of May SAINT IRENAEUS AND COMPANIONS, MARTYRS Today, we also commemorate Saints Irenaeus and Companions. The Roman Martyrology states: "At Thessalonica, the birthday of the holy martyrs Irenaeus, Peregrinus and Irenes, who were burned alive." PRAYER: Grant, we beseech you, almighty God, that the venerable feast of Saints Irenaeus and Companions 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.