A portrait of St. Susanna of Rome
St. Susanna of Rome
d. c. 295
Feast
August 11 · III c.
Patron of
Martyrs · Rome
Order
Virgin / Martyr
Roman virgin martyr (d. c. 295), traditionally a niece of Pope St. Caius, beheaded under Diocletian for refusing marriage to a kinsman of the emperor. The ancient Roman titular church of Santa Susanna at the Baths of Diocletian preserves her cultus. Pre-Congregation; biography traditional.
Life & Times
Died: c. 295 · From: Italy.
Patronage
St. Susanna of Rome is invoked as the patron of martyrs, rome. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Susanna of Rome, are Christians whom the Catholic Church has formally recognized as having lived lifes of heroic holiness and who now dwell with God in heaven, offering an example of faith for those still on their earthly journey. Catholics don't worship saints, but ask them to pray to God with us and for us — much as one might ask a trusted friend to pray for them — trusting that those closest to God can join their voices to ours before Him. Discover more saints in the Catholic Shop Saints section.