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Early Christian Witnesses Christians Through 300 A.D.
Faithful men who went before us are living examples of a deeper walk with God. Through ancient letters, lost biographies, early sermons, and handwritten manuscripts—many preserved through centuries in hidden monasteries and archives—we now hear the voices of the earliest Christian men and women who followed Christ through persecution, obscurity, and martyrdom. Their lives still speak, offering timeless strength and clarity to men longing to live faithfully for Jesus today.
The goal of EarlyChristianWitnes.art is to connect men and women from the early church with men and women of today—so that together, they might ignite a deeper, world-changing walk with Christ. The images of these early Christian witnesses have been recreated from ancient icons, archaeological descriptions, and historical writings—offering a reverent glimpse of what these early believers may have truly looked like.
Tertullian (c.155–c.220 AD) once declared, “The blood of the martyrs is the seed of the Church.”
I believe God is doing just that—rekindling the stories of early Christian witnesses, both renowned and forgotten, to strengthen Christians for this hour.
With the rise of digitized libraries and ancient church documents now surfacing online, the testimonies of these early saints—who endured Roman prisons, underground worship, and doctrinal battles—are now reaching us anew.
They were real people, just like you—who feared God more than death and loved truth more than safety.
They endured trials that echo in today’s spiritual battles.
And their voices still speak—quietly, courageously—into the hearts of Christians today.
Step into their stories.
Let their fire fuel yours.
Let their legacy lead you deeper.
These people came from every corner of the early Christian world:
- Bishops, monks, and elders
- Soldiers, farmers, and slaves
- Tentmakers, scribes, and shepherds
- Converts from paganism and Judaism
- Philosophers and martyrs
- Church planters and council fathers
- Refugees and missionaries
- Men from Roman Africa, Gaul, Judea, Armenia, and beyond
They stood in Roman arenas, prayed in desert caves, wrote from prison cells, and preached under threat of death.
They didn’t conform to Rome’s power. They bore Christ’s image.
They didn’t seek recognition. They sought resurrection.
366 Days. 366 Christians. A Year-long Journey with the Earliest Witnesses of Christ.
Each day introduces you to a Christian from the first three centuries—sourced from early writings, martyrdom accounts, and church records—whose faith still shines in the darkness.
Discover how they fasted, how they forgave, how they suffered, how they stood firm, and how they followed Christ to the end.
These are not myths or legends—these are real men and women, our spiritual ancestors.
In an age of compromise and noise, they show us a path that is ancient, tested, and full of fire.
They didn’t vanish with time.
Their legacy is alive—and calling men and women today to rise up with fearless devotion.
One man at a time.
One day at a time.
Until your faith, too, leaves a legacy.
— DDD
"Then I heard a voice from heaven saying to me, “Write: ‘Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on.’ ” “Yes,” says the Spirit, “that they may rest from their labors, and their works follow them.”
— Revelation 14:13 (NKJV)
About Early Christian Witnesses
Discover how the Lord worked in the lives of early Christian men before 300 AD—through powerful testimonies, ancient writings, and unforgettable moments of faith. These men, from the earliest centuries, lived the deeper Christian life, not in theory, but in persecution, prayer, and obedience.
Their lives stand as lasting examples of what it means to truly follow Christ—showing how ordinary men, empowered by the Spirit, became bold witnesses of God’s truth and love.
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ChristianWoman.art is a daily devotional journey with 366 faithful women from history—queens, missionaries, educators, artists, wives, mothers, and more—whose lives still inspire today. Drawn from rare books, journals, and letters, their stories reveal how real women walked closely with Jesus through trials, prayer, and perseverance. Each image is thoughtfully created using historical records to reflect their true likeness. Let their steadfast faith strengthen yours. Visit and discover the legacy of women who chose eternity over ease—and whose voices still lead us to a deeper walk with Christ.
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ChristianMan.art offers a daily devotional journey with 366 faithful men from history—preachers, missionaries, fathers, soldiers, writers, and more—whose lives still inspire today. Drawn from rare books, journals, and letters, their stories reveal how real men walked closely with Jesus through trials, prayer, and perseverance. Each image is thoughtfully created using historical records to reflect their true likeness. Let their steadfast faith strengthen yours. Visit and discover the legacy of men who chose eternity over ease—and whose voices still lead us to a deeper walk with Christ.
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JANUARY
1. January 1 - Stephen (d. c. 35) First martyr who boldly preached Christ before death
2. January 2 - James the Greater (d. c. 44) Apostle who proclaimed Christ until martyred by Herod
3. January 3 - Philip the Apostle (d. 1st century) Brought the gospel to Asia, martyred for Christ
4. January 4 - James the Just (d. c. 62) Jesus’ brother, known for righteous leadership and martyrdom
5. January 5 - Peter (d. c. 64–67) Led the early church, crucified for preaching Jesus
6. January 6 - Paul (c. 5–c. 64–67) Tireless missionary, wrote epistles, martyred for Christ in Rome
7. January 7 - Mark the Evangelist (d. c. 68) Evangelist who founded churches, died preaching in Alexandria
8. January 8 - Barnabas (d. c. 61–75) Encourager and missionary who spread the gospel with Paul
9. January 9 - Matthew the Apostle (d. 1st century) Gospel writer who shared Christ’s life and teachings
10. January 10 - Thomas the Apostle (d. c. 72) Took gospel to India, martyred for bold faith
11. January 11 - Andrew the Apostle (d. c. 60–70) Preached in Achaia, crucified for Christ’s name
12. January 12 - Bartholomew the Apostle (d. 1st century) Evangelized in Arabia, martyred by flaying
13. January 13 - Simon the Zealot (d. 1st century) Passionate apostle who died sharing Christ in Persia
14. January 14 - Matthias the Apostle (d. c. 80) Chosen to replace Judas, spread gospel to Cappadocia
15. January 15 - John the Apostle (c. 6–c. 100) Beloved disciple, authored Revelation, faithful to Christ
16. January 16 - Linus of Rome (d. c. 76) First successor of Peter
17. January 17 - Clement of Rome (d. c. 99) Bishop who urged holiness and unity in the church
18. January 18 - Ananias of Damascus (1st century) Obedient believer who healed and baptized Saul
19. January 19 - Aristion (1st century) Disciple who preserved Jesus’ teachings, cited by Papias
20. January 20 - Apollos (1st century) Bold preacher of Christ, known for deep scriptural knowledge
21. January 21 - Phoebe (c. 58) Deaconess praised by Paul for service to Christ’s church
22. January 22 - Priscilla (1st century) Taught doctrine faithfully alongside husband, helped Apollos
23. January 23 - Aquila (1st century) Tentmaker and gospel co-worker with Paul and Priscilla
24. January 24 - Mary Magdalene (fl. 1st century) First to witness Christ’s resurrection and proclaim it
25. January 25 - Mary, mother of John Mark (1st century) Opened her home for early Christian gatherings
26. January 26 - Simeon son of Clopas (d. c. 107) Leader of Jerusalem church, faithful unto death
27. January 27 - Ignatius of Antioch (c. 35–c. 107) – Martyr who urged believers to imitate Christ
28. January 28 - Polycarp of Smyrna (c. 69–c. 155) Faithful disciple of John, burned for Christ
29. January 29 - Papias of Hierapolis (c. 60–c. 130) Recorded apostolic teachings, emphasized Christ’s truth
30. January 30 - Hermas (c. 90–140) Wrote “The Shepherd,” encouraging repentance and faith
31. January 31 - Quadratus of Athens (fl. c. 125) – Apologist who defended Christ’s miracles before emperor
FEBRUARY
32. February 1 - Aristides of Athens (fl. c. 125) Converted philosopher who wrote defense of Christianity
33. February 2 - Justus of Eleutheropolis (fl. 2nd century) – Historian who documented Christ’s early followers
34. February 3 - Crescens of Galatia (1st century) Missionary partner of Paul sent to Galatia
35. February 4 - Narcissus of Athens (1st century) Bishop who led Athenian church in faithfulness
36. February 5 - Tertius (1st century) Faithful scribe who transcribed Paul’s letter to Romans
37. February 6 - Timothy (d. c. 97) Disciple of Paul, known for his faithful leadership
38. February 7 - Titus (d. c. 96) Trusted helper of Paul, shepherded believers in Crete
39. February 8 - Aristarchus (1st century) Imprisoned with Paul, loyal Christian through hardship
40. February 9 - Erastus (1st century) Christian official supported the church financially and spiritually
41. February 10 - Tryphena (1st century) Woman in Rome who labored faithfully in Christ’s service
42. February 11 - Tryphosa (1st century) Early Christian servant mentioned for her gospel labors
43. February 12 - Junia (1st century) Female apostle noted for her excellence in Christ
44. February 13 - Nympha (1st century) Courageously hosted a house church for Christian worship
45. February 14 - Claudia (1st century) Early believer acknowledged in Paul’s final epistle
46. February 15 - Julia (1st century) Christian woman noted in Paul’s list of faithful
47. February 16 - Persis (1st century) Highly regarded by Paul for her great service
48. February 17 - Thecla of Iconium (1st century) Courageous female convert who preached Christ’s gospel
49. February 18 - Domitilla the Younger (c. 90–100) Roman woman who embraced Christianity amid persecution
50. February 19 - Pomponia Graecina (1st century) Noblewoman secretly practicing Christianity under Rome’s eye
51. February 20 - Flavia Domitilla (d. c. 95–100) Christian noblewoman and Roman martyr
52. February 21 - Evodius of Antioch (d. c. 69) First bishop before Ignatius
53. February 22 - Aristobulus (1st century) Early House church leader
54. February 23 - Zenas the Lawyer (1st century) Mentioned in Titus 3:13
55. February 24 - Carpus (1st century) Mentioned in 2 Timothy 4:13
56. February 25 - Onesimus (1st century) Runaway former slave turned Christian convert
57. February 26 - Philemon (1st century) Hosted church, recipient of Paul’s letter
58. February 27 - Epaphroditus (1st century) Delivered Paul's letter to the Philippians
59. February 28 - Silas (Silvanus) (1st century) Close Companion of Paul
60. February 29 - Luke the Evangelist (1st century) Author of Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles
MARCH
61. March 1 - Joseph Barsabbas (Justus) (1st century) Nominated to be an apostle
62. March 2 - Manaen (1st century) Brought up with Herod Antipas
63. March 3 - Nicodemus (1st century) Pharisee and a member of Sanhedrin turned believer
64. March 4 - Joseph of Arimathea (1st century) Assumed responsibility for the burial of Jesus after his crucifixion
65. March 5 - Susanna of Jerusalem (1st century) Follower of Jesus
66. March 6 - Joanna (1st century) After being healed, she accompanied Jesus and 12 disciples on their travels
67. March 7 - Salome (1st century) (Mother of James and John). She witnessed the crucifixion
68. March 8 - Martha of Bethany (fl. 1st century) Sister of Lazarus
69. March 9 - Mary of Bethany (fl. 1st century) Anointed Jesus withe her costly oil
70. March 10 - Rhoda (1st century) Servant girl who saw Peter at the door
71. March 11 - Damaris of Athens (fl. 1st century) Converted after Paul’s speech
72. March 12 - Lydia of Thyatira (1st century) First European convert. She and all her household were baptized
73. March 13 - Damaris of Athens (fl. 1st century) Converted After Paul’s Speech at the Areopagus
74. March 14 - Leontius of Phrygia (2nd c.) Apologist and public debater of Christians in Asia Minor
75. March 15 - Prudens (1st century) Mentioned in 2 Timothy 4-21
76. March 16 - Publius of Malta (1st century) Governor of Malta; converted by Paul
77. March 17 - Anicetus of Rome (d. c. 168) Bishop of Rome during Polycarp’s visit
78. March 18 - Hegesippus (c. 110–180) Early church historian
79. March 19 - Pantaenus of Alexandria (d. c. 200) Head of Catechetical School, missionary to India
80. March 20 - Abercius of Hierapolis (c. 100–167) Bishop; his epitaph is a major archaeological find
81. March 21 - Miltiades the Apologist (c. 130–180) Christian writer and defender of faith
82. March 22 - Theophilus of Antioch (d. c. 183) Christian Apologist and bishop
83. March 23 - Athenagoras of Athens (c. 133–190) Philosopher and Christian apologist
84. March 24 - Lucius of Cyrene (1st century) Early teacher in Antioch church (Acts 13:1)
85. March 25 - Quirinus of Sescia (d. c. 309) Bishop drowned with millstone for refusing pagan rites
86. March 26 - Bacchylus of Corinth (c. 120–150) Early Bishop and theological contributor
87. March 27 - Apollinaris of Hierapolis (c. 170) Bishop and Christian apologist
88. March 28 - Modestus the Apologist (c. 150) Leader of church in Rome in Second Century
89. March 29 - Alexander of Cappadocia (d. c. 250) Began as bishop in Cappadocia, later co-bishop of Jerusalem
90. March 30 - Crescens the Philosopher (2nd century) Converted Stoic who debated Justin Martyr
91. March 31 - Serapion of Antioch (d. c. 211) Bishop of Antioch
APRIL
92. April 1 - Maximus of Jerusalem (2nd century) One of earliest bishops of Jerusalem
93. April 2 - Melito of Sardis (d. c. 180) Bishop, Jewish-Christian theologian
94. April 3 - Musanus (2nd century) Wrote against the heresy of Encratites
95. April 4 - Rhodon (c. 180) Christian apologist, refuted heresies of unbelievers
96. April 5 - Heracleon (2nd century) Christian commentator and writer on the Gospel
97. April 6 - Theodotus of Byzantium (late 2nd century) Early Teacher of Adoptionism
98. April 7 - Victor I of Rome (d. c. 199) First African bishop of Rome
99. April 8 - Alcibiades of Lyons (d. 177) Martyred with Blandina
100. April 9 - Attalus of Pergamum (d. 177) Christian martyr in Gaul
101. April 10 - Blandina of Lyon (d. 177) Slave girl bravely martyred in Roman amphitheater
102. April 11 - Sanctus of Vienne (d. 177) Deacon who endured brutal martyrdom for his faith
103. April 12 - Epipodius of Lyon (d. 178) Martyred alongside Alexander for refusing pagan sacrifice
104. April 13 - Alexander of Lyon (d. 178) Martyred under Marcus Aurelius for steadfast Christian witness
105. April 14 - Apelles (2nd century) Disciple of Marcion who became orthodox Christian believer
106. April 15 - Marcellina (c. 160) Early Female Christian teacher in Rome
107. April 16 - Justin Martyr (c. 100–c. 165) Philosopher-apologist, martyred for defending Christian truth
108. April 17 - Irenaeus of Lyon (c. 130–202) Bishop wrote Against Heresies and expanded Christian communities
109. April 18 - Theodotus of Ancyra (2nd century) Known for early theological contributions
110. April 19 - Lucian of Antioch (c. 240–312) Student of 2nd century teachers. Preserved traditional texts
111. April 20 - Cecilius Natalis (fl. 2nd century) Pagan Roman lawyer who converted to Christianity
112. April 21 - Marciana of Rome (2nd century) Noblewoman and early Christian martyr for her faith
113. April 22 - Paul of Narbonne (2nd century) Missionary to southern Gaul
114. April 23 - Symphorosa of Tivoli (d. 138) Martyred mother whose seven sons also died faithful
115. April 24 - Speratus of Scillium (d. 180) Leader of Scillitan Martyrs, bold Christian witness
116. April 25 - Nartzalus of Scillium (d. 180) Faithful African martyr in early Christian persecution
117. April 26 - Cittinus of Scillium (d. 180) Courageous martyr among North African group of believers
118. April 27 - Donata of Scillium (d. 180) Female North African martyr refused to deny Christ under trial
119. April 28 - Vestia of Scillium (d. 180) Female African believer executed for her Christian faith
120. April 29 - Secunda of Scillium (d. 180) African Refused Roman gods; martyred for devotion to Christ
121. April 30 - Apphia of Colossae (1st century) Christian woman in Paul’s letter to Philemon
MAY
122. May 1 - Saturninus of Scillium (d. 180) North African martyr under Roman persecution
123. May 2 - Perpetua (c. 182–203) Christian noblewoman martyred in Carthage
124. May 3 - Felicitas of Carthage (d. 203) Slave woman, martyred while pregnant and then delivered
125. May 4 - Saturus of Carthage (d. 203) Teacher and martyr, supported Perpetua through sufferings
126. May 5 - Secundulus of Carthage (d. 203) Arrested with Perpetua, died in prison faithfully
127. May 6 - Revocatus of Carthage (d. 203) Slave martyred with Felicitas during Roman games
128. May 7 - Saturninus of Carthage (d. 203) Brother of Perpetua, shared her faith and martyrdom
129. May 8 - Lucius the Martyr (2nd century) Mentioned by Justin Martyr as faithful Christian witness
130. May 9 - Apollonius the Apologist (d. c. 185) Roman senator martyred for his faith
131. May 10 - Leontius of Caesarea (2nd century) Bishop who helped preserve Christian orthodoxy traditions
132. May 11 - Nearchus of Armenia (d. c. 200) Roman soldier martyred for Christianity
133. May 12 - Polyeuctus of Melitene (d. c. 259) Martyred soldier remembered in 2nd century traditions
134. May 13 - Maximus of Naples (2nd century) Bishop who led early Christians through trials
135. May 14 - Patrobas of Rome (1st–2nd century) Mentioned in Romans, early leader in Roman church
136. May 15 - Musaeus of Alexandria (2nd century) Early Church writer and scholar
137. May 16 - Juliana of Nicomedia (c. 100–160) Young Virgin Martyred for Resisting Forced Marriage
138. May 17 - Flavia Domitilla (d. c. 95–100) Noblewoman martyred under Domitian for her beliefs
139. May 18 - Petronilla of Rome (1st–2nd century) Believed to be Peter’s daughter, early martyr
140. May 19 - Thecla of Iconium (1st century) Courageous female convert who preached Christ’s gospel
141. May 20 - Tryphena of Cyzicus (1st–2nd century) Christian woman and martyr with her sister
142. May 21 - Tryphosa of Cyzicus (1st–2nd century) Early Christian servant mentioned for her gospel labors
143. May 22 - Prisca of Rome (d. 1st–2nd century) –Early Christian martyr tied to house church origins
144. May 23 - Domnina of Antioch (2nd century) Martyred mother, died with her daughters for faith
145. May 24 - Euphemia of Chalcedon (d. c. 130) Early female martyr of noble birth
146. May 25 - Irene of Macedonia (d. c. 200) Young virgin executed for unwavering Christian belief
147. May 26 - Agape of Thessalonica (d. 304) One of 3 sisters martyred for possessing Scripture
148. May 27 - Chionia of Thessalonica (d. 304) Sister of Agape, burned alive for Christian faith
149. May 28 - Lucilla of Rome (2nd century) Young girl remembered for early bold Christian witness
150. May 29 - Thraseas of Eumenia (d. c. 170) Bishop and martyr mentioned by Polycrates
151. May 30 - Polycrates of Ephesus (c. 190) Bishop who defended Quartodeciman Easter practice
152. May 31 - Sagaris of Laodicea (d. c. 175) Bishop and martyr under early Roman persecution
JUNE
153. June 1 - Marcus the Ascetic (2nd century) Early Christian writer and monastic moral guide
154. June 2 - Mariamne of Syria (1st–2nd century) Philip’s sister, early Christian woman leader
155. June 3 - Callistus the Confessor (2nd century) Born a slave, his faith ultimately led to martyrdom
156. June 4 - Ampliatus of Rome (1st cebtury) Named by Paul, loved in Roman church
157. June 5 - Urban I (c. 160–230) Roman bishop during Christian growth and persecution
158. June 6 - Olympas of Rome (1st century) Greeted in Romans; martyred under Nero
159. June 7 - Hippolytus of Rome (c. 170–235) Theologian, schismatic later reconciled with Church
160. June 8 - Sabina of Rome (d. 126) Noblewoman turned Christian, later martyred
161. June 9 - Cecilia of Rome (2nd–3rd century) Virgin Martyr, patron of music, famed Roman believer
162. June 10 - Emerentiana of Rome (d. 3rd century) Foster sister of Agnes, stoned for faith
163. June 11 - Prudentius of Troyes (d. c. 250) Christian poet whose hymns shaped early devotion
164. June 12 - Serapion of Antioch (fl. 190–211) Bishop, refuted heresies including Montanism
165. June 13 - Leonides of Alexandria (d. 202) Origen’s father, martyred under Roman emperor Severus
166. June 14 - Origen of Alexandria (c. 185–253) Brilliant ascetic theologian, prolific Christian scholar
167. June 15 - Ambrose of Alexandria (fl. early 3rd century) Origen’s friend and early Christian teacher
168. June 16 - Alexander of Jerusalem (d. 251) Bishop, repeatedly imprisoned for Christian faith
169. June 17 - Theodora of Alexandria (early 3rd century) Virgin martyr during Alexandrian persecutions
170. June 18 - Plutarch of Alexandria (d. 202) Origen’s teacher, martyred for Christian beliefs
171. June 19 - Heraclas of Alexandria (fl. 230s) Bishop, succeeded Demetrius, Alexandria’s early leader
172. June 20 - Julius Africanus (c. 160–240) Historian compiling Christian and secular chronologies
173. June 21 - Minucius Felix (fl. 2nd–3rd century) Apologist, author of Octavius, defended Christianity
174. June 22 - Gaius of Rome (fl. c. 200) Elder who argued against Montanist movement
175. June 23 - Maximus of Jerusalem (2nd century) One of earliest bishops of Jerusalem
176. June 24 - Martyrius of Jerusalem (c. early 3rd century) Early believer likely martyred for faith
177. June 25 - Perpetua of Carthage (c. 182–203) – Noblewoman martyred for her Christian confession
178. June 26 - Ammonarius of Egypt (d. c. 250) Tortured and killed for his bold witness
179. June 27 - Saturninus of Toulouse (d. c. 257) Missionary bishop, killed in early Christian France
180. June 28 - Theodula of Anazarbus (d. c. 304) Tortured and killed for defying Roman gods
181. June 29 - Attalus of Pergamum (d. 177) Lyon martyr from Asia Minor, steadfast believer
182. June 30 - Maturus of Autun (d. 177) Young believer tortured and martyred for faith
JULY
183. July 1 - Basilissa of Galatia (d. c. 250) Noblewoman who supported underground Christian movement
184. July 2 - Alexander of Lyon (d. 178) Christian martyr during Marcus Aurelius’ reign
185. July 3 - Vettius Epagathus (d. 177) Nobleman defended Christians in court, died for faith
186. July 4 - Photinus of Lyon (d. 177) Bishop of Lyon, died in prison abuse
187. July 5 - Eugenia of Rome (late 3rd century) Disguised as monk, baptized others, martyred later
188. July 6 - Irenaeus of Lyon (c. 130–202) Bishop, key opponent of Gnosticism, early theologian
189. July 7 - Crescens the Philosopher (2nd century) Converted Stoic who debated Justin Martyr
190. July 8 - Marcellina the Christian (c. 2nd century) Female teacher among early Christians
191. July 9 - Valeria of Milan (d. 2nd–3rd century) Early woman believer, set upon by pagans, died from their brutal treatment
192. July 10 - Ischyrion of Egypt (d. c. 250) Refused sacrifice to idols, impaled by spear
193. July 11 - Quirinus of Rome (d. c. 249) Imperial officer converted to Christ, martyred
194. July 12 - Aemilia of Africa (fl. early 3rd century) Matron linked to Perpetua’s faith journey
195. July 13 - Justa of Carthage (d. 3rd century) Martyr remembered with other North African women
196. July 14 - Paulina of Rome (fl. early 3rd century) – Christian patron and benefactor in Rome
197. July 15 - Candida of Rome (d. c. 160–200) Early believer martyred under Roman rule
198. July 16 - Concordia of Rome (d. c. 178) Attendant or nurse, martyred for Christian faith
199. July 17 - Claudia of Rome (fl. 1st–2nd century) Early Christian, mentioned in 2 Timothy
200. July 18 - Mamilia of Asia Minor (fl. c. 2nd century) Christian matron referenced in traditions
201. July 19 - Cyprian of Carthage (c. 200–258) Bishop, martyr, writer during Decian persecution of Christians
202. July 20 - Marcianus of Numidia (d. 3rd c.) Layman gave refuge to persecuted Christians
203. July 21 - Zoticus of Comana (d. 204) Christian teacher and writer killed in Cappadocia
204. July 22 - Maturus of Autun (d. 177) Young believer tortured and martyred for faith
205. July 23 - Polyeuctus of Melitene (d. c. 259) Roman soldier baptized, martyred for refusing idolatry
206. July 24 - Gregory Thaumaturgus (c. 213–270) Bishop of miracles, converted many in Neocaesarea
207. July 25 - Julitta of Iconium (d. c. 305) Defied pagan court, martyred before her son
208. July 26 - Vitalis of Antioch (d. 3rd c.) Faithful servant executed for his Christian witness
209. July 27 - Apphianus of Caesarea (d. c. 306) Law student turned preacher, martyred under Maximinus
210. July 28 - Januaria of Naples (d. 3rd c.) Laywoman executed for protecting Christians
211. July 29 - Marinus of Caesarea (d. 260) –Roman soldier martyred for refusing pagan ritual worship
212. July 30 - Juliana of Nicomedia (d.c.304) Refused pagan marriage; tortured and beheaded
213. July 31 - Herene of Cappadocia (d. c. 250) Believer burned alive with daughters Irene and Agape
AUGUST
214. August 1 - Jason of Thessalonica (1st century) Hosted Paul and Silas; early house church leader
215. August 2 - Eulalia of Mérida (c. 292–304) Young Spanish girl martyred at age twelve
216. August 3 - Vincent of Saragossa (d. 304) Spanish deacon martyred, praised by St. Augustine later
217. August 4 - Theodosia of Tyre (d. c. 308) Young woman encouraged martyrs, executed by drowning
218. August 5 - Ulphia of Lyon (2nd century) Woman remembered among martyrs of Lyon
219. August 6 - Sosipater of Berea (1st century) Accompanied Paul, called kinsman in Romans
220. August 7 - Manaen of Judea (1st century) Grew up with Herod, later Christian prophet
221. August 8 - Apollonia of Alexandria (d. c. 249) Elderly deaconess martyred, had her teeth pulled
222. August 9 - Susanna of Rome (d. c. 295) Refused forced marriage, beheaded for Christian beliefs
223. August 10 - Hermylus of Singidunum (d. c. 315) Deacon drowned for refusing to abandon Christ
224. August 11 - Demetria of Rome (d. c. 362) Sister of Bibiana, died after confessing faith during trial
225. August 12 - Ammonarion the Deaconess (d. c. 250) Egyptian virgin tortured during Decian persecution
226. August 13 - Basilides of Alexandria (d. c. 202) Roman officer martyred after helping Christian woman
227. August 14 - Praxedes of Rome (2nd century) Preserved remains of martyrs, aided persecuted believers
228. August 15 - Susanna of Rome (d. c. 295) Refused forced marriage, beheaded for Christian beliefs
229. August 16 - Agnes of Poitiers (d. 3rd century) French Christian martyred during local Roman crackdown
230. August 17 - Simeon Niger (1st century) Early teacher in Antioch Christian community
231. August 18 - Agabus of Judea (1st century) Prophet who foretold famine and Paul’s arrest
232. August 19 - Ananias of Damascus (1st century) Baptized Paul; healed him of blindness
233. August 20 - Innocent of Rome (d. 2nd century) Roman Christian martyred during early wave of killings
234. August 21 - Exuperius of Thebes (d. c. 286) Member of Theban Legion martyred for his faith
235. August 22 - Felix of Nola (fl. 3rd century) Priest persecuted, survived Decian edicts, honored later
236. August 23 - Biblias of Lyon (2nd century) Apostate repented and confessed Christ before death
237. August 24 - Charitina of Amisus (d. c. 304) Orphan turned missionary, martyred for Christ
238. August 25 - Zosimus of Palestine (d. 3rd c.) Christian craftsman executed for his faith
239. August 26 - Pamphilus of Caesarea (d. 309) Bible scholar and martyr, associate of Origen
240. August 27 - Zenobius of Sidon (d. c. 304) Physician who suffered martyrdom for Christ’s name
241. August 28 - Ursicinus of Ravenna (d. c. 303) Christian physician executed for rejecting Roman gods
242. August 29 - Valens the Martyr (2nd c.) Layman who led prayer groups in Asia Minor
243. August 30 - Tryphaena of Cyzicus (1st–2nd c.) Early convert remembered for hosting Christian gatherings
244. August 31 - Eusebius of Laodicea (fl. mid-3rd century) – Bishop aided plague victims, known for compassion
SEPTEMBER
245. September 1 - Thyrsus of Bithynia (d. c. 250) Refused idol sacrifice; tortured and beheaded
246. September 2 - Thallus of Jerusalem (2nd c.) Early Christian historian referenced by others
247. September 3 - Stratonicus of Singidunum (d. c. 315) Converted executioner who died for his faith
248. September 4 - Donatus of Thmuis (Early 4th c.) Egyptian bishop; theological leader in persecution
249. September 5 - Soteris of Rome (d. 3rd c.) Noblewoman martyred for living a Christian life
250. September 6 - Sabas of Syria (d. 3rd c.) Hermit martyred for refusing to serve the army gods
251. September 7 - Pontia of Gaul (2nd c.) Woman of faith who funded Christian baptisms
252. September 8 - Placidus of Sicily (d. c. 304) Nobleman martyred with siblings and Christian servants
253. September 9 - Photina of Samaria (1st century) Woman at the well, martyred under Nero.
254. September 10 - Serapia of Antioch (d. 120s) Converted noblewoman, slave of Sabina, martyred
255. September 11 - Lucius of Chur (fl. 3rd century) First bishop of Chur, Switzerland
256. September 12 - Philoromus of Alexandria (d. c. 304) Roman magistrate executed, refused to renounce Christ
257. September 13 - Pelagia of Antioch (d. c. 303) Virgin martyr known for purity and fearless faith
258. September 14 - Paulina of Rome (early 3rd c.) Christian widow, gave away her wealth, Roman martyr.
259. September 15 - Olympias of Antioch (d. 3rd c.) Gave her fortune to Christians, exiled and executed
260. September 16 - Nemesion of Alexandria (d. 250s) Egyptian Christian wrongly accused, executed beside robbers
261. September 17 - Marciana of Toledo (d. c. 303) Noblewoman martyred in Spain for her chastity
262. September 18 - Eupsychius of Caesarea (d. c. 303) Martyred for protesting pagan festivals
263. September 19 - Potamiaena of Alexandria (d. c. 205) Young Christian woman tortured and burned
264. September 20 - Julian of Cilicia (d. c. 305) Martyred after long imprisonment and torture
265. September 21 - Antigonus of Pontus (d. 3rd c.) Artisan who hid Christians in his home
266. September 22 - Demetrias of Carthage (d. 3rd c.) Slave sang hymns while being scourged
267. September 23 - Acacius the Guard (d. 3rd c.) Roman soldier converted watching a Christian execution
268. September 24 - Eustratius of Armenia (d. 3rd c.) Soldier who defended Christians, burned alive
269. September 25 - Aurelius of Carthage (d. 3rd c.) African lay leader, martyr under Roman persecution
270. September 26 - Tatiana of Rome (d. c. 225) Deaconess tortured and killed for Christian witness
271. September 27 - Candidus of Rome (d. 286) Soldier of the Theban Legion, martyred
272. September 28 - Achilleus of Rome (d. c. 98) Fellow soldier with Nereus, faithful unto death.
273. September 29 - Nereus of Rome (d. c. 98) Soldier turned Christian, executed for refusal to recant
274. September 30 - Rufina of Rome (d. c. 257) – Martyred for refusing to sacrifice to Roman gods.
OCTOBER
275. October 1 - Ptolemaeus of Rome (d. c. 165) Roman teacher condemned for instructing in Christianity
276. October 2 - Crescentia of Lucania (d. c. 303) Nurse of Vitus, martyred with him
277. October 3 - Crescentia of Rome (2nd century) Early Christian remembered for charity and suffering
278. October 4 - Mygdonius of Mesopotamia (d. 3rd c.) Nobleman martyred after publicly renouncing idolatry
279. October 5 - Maxima the Slave (d. 3rd c.) Housemaid executed for spreading the gospel
280. October 6 - Marciana of Mauretania (d. c. 303) Numidian woman martyred for rejecting pagan sacrifice
281. October 7 - Serapion of Thmuis (c. 200–c. 260) Bishop of Tmuis, friend of Athanasius, teacher
282. October 8 - Marcian of Alexandria (d. 3rd c.) Christian philosopher executed by fire
283. October 9 - Julia of Corsica (d. 3rd c.) Noblewoman enslaved and later crucified for being Christian
284. October 10 - Philemon of Gaza (fl. 3rd century) – Musician who converted while pretending to be Christian
285. October 11 - Phocas of Sinope (d. c. 303) – Gardener and martyr who welcomed persecutors
286. October 12 - Longinus (1st century) Roman centurion at the crucifixion, later Christian convert and Martyr
287. October 13 - Marcia of Rome (d. 2nd c.) Slave who freed Christian prisoners under Emperor Commodus
288. October 14 - Domnina of Anazarbus (d. c. 303) Christian woman Imprisoned and repeatedly beaten. Died in prison
289. October 15 - Julian of Emesa (d. c. 305) Martyred with thousands under Diocletian’s persecution
290. October 16 - Marcellinus the Notary (d. 3rd c.) Preserved Christian documents; killed for his faith
291. October 17 - Hermione of Ephesus (d. early 2nd Daughter of Philip the Evangelist, healer and martyr
292. October 18 - Gorgonius of Nicomedia (d. c. 304) Palace official executed with companions for faith
293. October 19 - Florentius of Sardinia (d. c. 304) Soldier who died rather than renounce faith
294. October 20 - Eucharius of Trier (3rd–4th c.) First bishop of Trier; evangelized Roman territories
295. October 21 - Pudentiana of Rome (2nd century) Early Christian supported martyrs in Rome
296. October 22 - Anatolia of Rome (d. c. 250) Martyred helping Christian women escape marriages
297. October 23 - Cyriacus the Martyr (3rd c.) Christian who exorcised emperor’s daughter, martyred
298. October 24 - Drosis of Antioch (d. early 4th c.) Emperor Trajan’s daughter who became Christian and helped bury martyrs
298. October 25 - Maturus of Lugdunum (d. 177) Young believer martyred in Lyon’s arena
300. October 26 - Gordian of Pontus (d. 3rd c.) Roman senator who converted and was martyred
301. October 27 - Pamphilus of Caesarea (c. 240–309) Priest and martyr; preserved Origen’s biblical library
302. October 28 - Eusebius of Caesarea (c. 260–340) Bishop and Church historian; wrote earliest Christian chronicle
303. October 29 - Lactantius (c. 250–c. 325) Christian apologist and Latin writer under Constantine
304. October 30 - Arnobius of Sicca (c. 300) African apologist; taught future Christian writer Lactantius
305. October 31 - Theonas of Alexandria (d. c. 300) – Patriarch before Peter I; led early Alexandria church
NOVEMBER
306. November 1 - Agapitus of Palestine (d. 259) Lay believer, member of the noble Anicia family
307. November 2 - Lucian of Antioch (c. 240–312) Theologian and martyr; revised Septuagint Greek Scriptures
308. November 3 - Felicissimus (d. 250s) Deacon and martyr during Decian persecution
309. November 4 - Herais of Egypt (d. 3rd c.) Young girl who confessed Christ and was martyred
310. November 5 - Irene of Thessalonica (d. c. 304) Youngest sister; executed by arrows for Christianity
311. November 6 - Margaret of Antioch (d. c. 304) Virgin Martyr Who Defied Idols and Endured Torture
312. November 7 - Stachys of Rome (1st century) Greeted in Romans; beloved early Christian
313. November 8 - Andronicus of Judea (1st century) Imprisoned with Paul; well known among apostles
314. November 9 - Marcellus of Rome (d. 309) Bishop exiled by Maxentius for organizing Christians
315. November 10 - Epenetus of Achaia (1st century) First convert in Achaia, beloved by Paul
316. November 11 - Laurentius of Rome (d. 258) Deacon roasted alive for refusing to hand over treasures
317. November 12 - Castulus of Rome (d. c. 286) Christian chamberlain in imperial court, later martyred
318. November 13 - Zeno of Verona (d. c. 371) African-born bishop; wrote on Christian life and virtue
319. November 14 - Crispina of Thagora (d. c. 304) African widow beheaded for refusing pagan sacrifice
320. November 15 - Felix of Nola (d. c. 260–300) Priest known for miracles and helping the poor
321. November 16 - Quadratus of Corinth (early 4th c.) Earliest known Apologist for Christianity during Roman rule
322. November 17 - Victorinus of Pettau (d. c. 303) Bishop, early exegete, wrote commentary on Revelation
323. November 18 - Anatolius of Laodicea (d. c. 283) Bishop and mathematician known for calendar reform
324. November 19 - Proculus of Pozzuoli (d. c. 305) Martyred in Italy under Diocletian persecution period
325. November 20 - Afra of Augsburg (d. c. 304) Converted prostitute martyred for her Christian beliefs
326. November 21 - Justus of Lyon (fl. c. 280–300) Bishop known for humility, piety, and leadership
327. November 22 - Donatus of Thmuis (Early 4th c.) Egyptian bishop; theological leader in persecution
328. November 23 - Charalambos of Magnesia (d. c. 202) Elderly priest martyred by Roman governor
329. November 24 - Timolaus of Pontus (d. c. 303) Young man who voluntarily surrendered to be martyred
330. November 25 - Theodora of Caesarea (d. c. 305) Young Christian woman martyred for refusing to marry a pagan
331. November 26 - Phileas of Thmuis (d. c. 306) Bishop who wrote to his flock from prison
332. November 27 - Julianus of Cilicia (d. c. 305) Martyred after days of torture; relics traveled widely
333. November 28 - Menas of Egypt (d. c. 309) Soldier and hermit martyred in Egypt, widely revered
334. November 29 - Felicula of Rome (d. c. 304) Virgin martyr, associated with Nereus and Achilleus
335. November 30 - Fausta of Cyzicus (d. c. 311) Teenage martyr from Asia Minor; executed for Christ
DECEMBER
336. December 1 - Agapius of Palestine (d. c. 304) Martyred under emperor Maximinus Daia’s violent persecutions
337. December 2 - Maximilian of Tebessa (c. 274–295) Refused military service; martyred for Christian conscience
338. December 3 - Theodora of Ancyra (d. c. 303) Virgin martyr aided by Christian named Theodotus
339. December 4 - Fructuosus of Tarragona (d. 259) Bishop burned alive with two faithful deacons
340. December 5 - Anastasia of Sirmium (d. c. 304) Noblewoman martyred for helping Christian prisoners escape
341. December 6 - Phileas of Thmuis (d. c. 306) Egyptian bishop; wrote letters before martyrdom
342. December 7 - Catherine of Alexandria (d. c. 305) Philosopher martyred for refusing emperor’s marriage
343. December 8 - Barbara of Heliopolis (d. c. 306) Christian woman imprisoned, killed by her own father
344. December 9 - Dionysia of Alexandria (d. c. 305) Refused idol worship; died for her faith
345. December 10 - Faustina of Alexandria (d. c. 305) Daughter of Dionysia; martyred alongside her mother
346. December 11 - Sossius of Miseno (d. c. 305) Deacon and loyal companion of Januarius
347. December 12 - Acutius of Naples (d. c. 305) Layman martyred for faith beside church leaders
348. December 13 - Fermina of Amelia (d. c. 304) Virgin martyr from Umbria during intense persecution
349. December 14 - Eulampius of Nicomedia (d. c. 303) Young man martyred alongside his sister
350. December 15 - Desiderius of Naples (d. c. 305) Martyred companion of Januarius during Diocletian’s reign
351. December 16 - Domnina of Syria (d. c. 304) Mother killed with daughters for Christian witness.
352. December 17 - Ursula of Cologne (legendary, 4th c.) Virgin martyred with companions; legend disputed
353. December 18 - Dorothea of Caesarea (d. c. 311) Virgin martyr remembered for miracle with roses
354. December 19 - Anysia of Thessalonica (d. c. 304) Killed on way to prayer for Christ
355. December 20 - Juliana of Nicomedia (d. c. 304) Refused pagan marriage; tortured and beheaded
356. December 21 - Victor of Marseilles (d. c. 290–303) Roman soldier executed for rejecting emperor worship
357. December 22 - Syrus of Pavia (1st-2nd century_ Converted soldier and bishop
358. December 23 - Rusticus (d. c. 290) Marty, North African under Diocletian
359. December 24 - Christina of Tyre (d. c. 300) Tortured after destroying idols and confessing Christ
360. December 25 - Eucharius of Trier (3rd–4th c.) First bishop of Trier; evangelized Roman territories
361. December 26 - Papylus of Thyatira c.95 - Early Deacon. His accusers said he spread forbidden writings
362. December 27 - Euphrasia of Nicomedia (d. 3rd c.) Wealthy woman who gave all to the persecuted
363. December 28 - Eustratius of Armenia (d. 3rd c.) Soldier who defended Christians, burned alive
364. December 29 - Felicity of Carthage (d. 203) Slave and young mother martyred for her faith
365. December 30 - Firmus of Nicomedia (d. 3rd c.) Christian merchant who lost his life defending believers
366. December 31 - Glycerius of Antioch (d. 3rd c.) Postal courier executed for delivering Christian letters
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