STORY: Saint Anastasia dedicated herself to caring for those imprisoned for their faith during the persecution of Christians in the 2nd century. She was later arrested herself and martyred.

PATRON OF: People suffering, martyrs, weavers

FEAST DAY: December 25

DATES: 2nd century

SOURCE: St. Anastasia at Catholic.org

READ MORE: St. Anastasia at Catholic Encyclopedia

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