A Journey to the Colosseum in Rome

It's time to add another stamp to your spiritual passport. Join Deacon Tom and Mary Jane Fox on a journey to the Colosseum in Rome, Italy! It attracts 4 million visitors a year and is regarded as one of the new seven wonders of the world. Our journey will take us to: The Colosseum to get a brief view of this ancient amphitheater What was the purpose of the Colosseum A few historical facts, including what type of events were hosted there including the martyrdom of Christians. Hear why Popes would lead the Stations of the Cross at the Colosseum during the Season of Lent. Click here for photos, as well as a map view of the Colosseum in Rome Jewel for the Journey: "The blood of the martyrs is the seed of our faith." – Terullian (Prolific Christian Author in the 2nd Century) Stay up to date with our new media series, "Who is The Man of The Shroud?" at DiscoverWho.org Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate We are so grateful to this month's sponsor, Michelle Macias, who made this podcast episode possible.