Biography
Saints Marcellinus and Peter were Christians martyred under Diocletian’s persecution in the early 4th century. Despite imprisonment, the men held to their faith and are said to have converted the prison keeper, Artemius, and his wife and daughter to Christianity. The saints suffered martyrdom by beheading and were later venerated by Constantine the Great when he built a basilica in their honor. Marcellinus and Peter are amongst the saints mentioned in the Canon of the Mass (Eucharistic Prayer I). [1] Written by Sarah Ciotti [1] “Roman martyrs Saints Marcellius and Peter,” Catholic News Agency (2012). Note: Optional Memorials and Commemorations are optional celebrations and, at present, we do not include content specific to these special days. This “About Today” is provided so that you can celebrate these Saints as you worship Christ. Thank you for praying with us. If you feel called, your Lenten offering helps carry this prayer to more hearts and languages. Contribute now