October 25
Crispin and Crispinian
Martyrs
They are two Roman martyrs venerated by the French and English, and whom the shoemakers have as patrons, since they learned the trade of shoemakers to extend their faith in the performance of this humble trade, without arousing suspicion.
Biography
They are supposed to have emigrated to England, and settled at Faversham, Kent, where, until 1670, the shop where they had plied their trade was still displayed. Shakespeare mentions them six times in Henry V and praises them again in Julius Caesar for having known how to heal both the souls and shoe the feet of their clients.
Practical advice
During this day, support those who feel alone or intimidated by doing everything for the love of God.
Example of
FortitudeFaithfulnessSacrifice