St. Perpetua & St. Felicity – The Mothers Who Defied Rome

In the year 203, two women in Carthage — one noble, one slave — stood before the might of Rome. Perpetua, a young mother of noble birth, and Felicity, an enslaved woman heavy with child, were bound together by faith in Christ. Arrested under imperial decree, they faced prison, visions of heaven, childbirth in chains, and the fury of the arena.Their courage shook the empire. Their witness still speaks today.In this episode of Voices of the Saints, journey with us through the gripping story of St. Perpetua and St. Felicity, whose love for Christ proved stronger than fear, stronger than empire, and stronger than death.🎧 Best experienced with headphones for full sound and music immersion. 🙏 If this story moved you, please follow, share, and leave a review so more people can hear the voices of the saints. This episode is based on accounts from the Coptic Synaxarium, early church tradition, and other historical sources. While we’ve done our best to ensure accuracy and reverence, some elements have been adapted or dramatized for narrative and production purposes. Our goal is to honour the spirit and message of the saints while making their stories engaging and accessible to modern listeners.