January 19
Pontian of Spoleto
Martyr
A second-century Christian, he suffered martyrdom at Spoleto in the Italian region of Umbria during the reign of Emperor Antoninus.
Biography
After various torments, he was beheaded for refusing to abandon the faith.
Practical advice
Endure a contradiction today without losing serenity or responding harshly.
Example of
FortitudeSerenity in trial