St. Fabian served as Bishop of Rome from AD 236 until his martyrdom during the Decian persecution in AD 250. He faithfully shepherded the Church in a time of peace and trial alike. St. Sebastian, a Roman soldier, secretly strengthened imprisoned Christians and boldly confessed Christ. He was martyred around AD 288 after surviving an initial execution attempt. Together, these saints exemplify leadership, courage, and faithfulness under persecution. Their lives bear witness to the Church’s endurance through suffering and the hope sustained by trust in God’s promises.
Hebrews recounts those who endured suffering while holding fast to God’s promises (Hebrews 11:33–39a). Fabian and Sebastian remind us that blessing belongs not only to strength, but also to faithfulness under trial (Luke 6:20–23). May their witness encourage endurance, humility, and steadfast trust in Christ’s promises amid adversity.
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