Today, traditionally we would go to the Roman Station Church of Santa Susanna — it, however, has been closed to the public since my arrival in Rome.

Enjoy the podcast here:

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Our Lenten pilgrimage takes us to the Church of St. Susanna, where the biblical story of Susanna and the martyrdom of the early Christian saint intertwine in a powerful testament to faith under trial. As we reflect on the longest epistle of the liturgical year, we uncover how this reading has prepared Christians for persecution from the earliest days of the Church.

Join us as we explore:
🟠 The story of Susanna in the Book of Daniel and its deep Lenten significance
🟠 How early Christians saw Susanna as a symbol of the Church under persecution
🟠 The history of St. Susanna, a martyr who remained steadfast in faith
🟠 The Church of St. Susanna as a station church and its connection to the Lenten journey

How does Susanna’s story challenge us to stand firm in faith even when falsely accused?

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