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1. ewtn.co.uk › article-the-origins-of-st-agnes-childThe origins of St. Agnes, child saint and martyr – EWTN ...

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   3 days ago · St. Agnes’ name means “chaste” in Greek and “lamb” in Latin. Both meanings foreshadowed her death as a virgin martyr who died because she defended her chastity and refused to give up her faith. St. Agnes was born to noble, Christian parents in 291 A.D. in the Roman Empire. She lived during a time of Christian persecution under the ...

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   Apr 25, 2024 · St. Agnes. On Jan. 21, the Roman Catholic Church honors the virgin and martyr St. Agnes, who suffered death for her consecration to Christ. Although the details of Agnes' life are mostly unknown ...

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   Why did Agnes live in Rome?

   • Born into a wealthy family during the last decade of the third century, Agnes lived in Rome during the last major persecution of the early Church under the Emperor Diocletian. Though he was lenient toward believers for much of his rule, Diocletian changed course in 302, resolving to wipe out the Church in the empire.

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   How did Agnes come of age?

   • Agnes came of age as the Church was beginning to suffer under a set of new laws decreed by Diocletian, and his co-ruler Galerius, in 303. The emperor and his subordinate called for churches to be destroyed and their books burned.

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   What was Agnes' life like?

   • Although the details of Agnes' life are mostly unknown, the story of her martyrdom has been passed on with reverence since the fourth century. On the feast day of the young martyr – whose name means “lamb” in Latin – the Pope traditionally blesses lambs, whose wool will be used to make the white pallium worn by archbishops.

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   How did Agnes die?

   • In this respect, the suitor obtained his desire, when the public official sentenced her to die by beheading. The executioner gave her one last chance to spare her life, by renouncing her consecration to Christ – but Agnes refused, made a short prayer, and courageously submitted to death.

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   Apr 15, 2024 · St Ignatius Of Antioch Church Mass Times - Augusta, Georgia. 1003 Merry St. Augusta, Georgia 30904. Phone: (706) 738-9388. Email: rodeorector@hotmail.com. Website: http://melkitechurch.wixsite.com/st-ignatius-augusta. Mass Times. Sunday: 10:00 AM. Looking for today's Mass readings. Update Church Info » Daily Reflection Video.

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   Apr 26, 2024 · St. Margaret of Antioch Feast day: Jul 20. St. Margaret of Antioch. Saint Margaret, whose feast is celebrated on July 20, is a virgin and martyr. She is also called "Marina". Margaret belonged to ...

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7. facts.net › history › religion20 Amazing St.Agnes Facts - Facts.net

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   2 days ago · 19. St. Agnes's story encourages a reevaluation of what it means to live a life of purpose, guided by unwavering faith and principles. 20. Ultimately, St. Agnes's legacy serves as a reminder of the profound impact one person's faith and courage can have, inspiring generations across time and cultures.

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   Apr 9, 2024 · The Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese of North America is an Archdiocese of the Orthodox Patriarchate of Antioch and All the East. We trace our roots to first century Antioch, the city in which the disciples of Jesus Christ were first called Christians (Acts 11:26).Our Archdiocese spans the United States and Canada.

9. stgg.org › saint-of-the-day › saint-agnes-ofSaint Agnes of Montepulciano – Saint Gregory the Great ...

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   Saint Agnes of Montepulciano, a holy virgin, was born in 1268 in a little village near Montepulciano, Italy, of the wealthy family of De Segni. Her birth was announced by great lights surrounding the house where she was born, and from her babyhood she was one specially marked out for dedication to God. As a child, she often spent hours reciting ...