Catholic Saint
St. Ignatius of Antioch
“Early Christian martyr and bishop known for his letters encouraging unity and faith.”
Feast Day: October 17
Biography
St. Ignatius of Antioch was a bishop and one of the earliest Apostolic Fathers of the Church. He was arrested and brought to Rome, where he faced martyrdom for his faith around the year 107 AD. His impactful letters emphasize the importance of the Eucharist and the authority of bishops in the early Christian community.
Prayer to St. Ignatius of Antioch
Where there is Christ Jesus, there is the Catholic Church.