February 5
Agueda, virgin and martyr (+ 251)
virgin martyr
Saint Agatha, virgin and martyr (+ 251) Agatha, which in Greek means "the good one", was born in Catania (Italy) and is the saint who has always been venerated as the main Patroness of this great city.
Biography
A simple, young woman, but a prototype of courage and fortitude against any test. She has been, without fear of exaggeration, one of the most sung saints of antiquity by poets, writers and taken to painting and sculpture. In the Roman Liturgy itself it had the honor of being venerated since ancient times, as demonstrated by the fact that it was included in the ancient Roman Canon. Of illustrious descent, beautiful and beautiful, even more illustrious for works and faith, he recognizes the vanity of earthly prosperity, and subjects his heart to the divine precepts. Much stronger than her cruel executioners, she exposed her limbs to whippings during the persecution of Decius in the year 251. She encouraged her torturers themselves. Agatha received a miraculous visit from Saint Peter... She prayed, on her knees, asking forgiveness for her tormentors and for her city of Catania, saying: "Thank you, Lord, for the courage you have given me... command me to come to you, so that I can sing with you forever in glory..." And she died white and pure as she had lived.
Practical advice
With simplicity and joy, pray for those who suffer persecution because of their faith, doing everything for the love of God.