The Feasts of St Bacchus and St Sergius

St Bacchus and St Sergius tells the story of two Roman soldiers who rose to high rank under Emperor Maximianus before their steadfast faith in Christ led to persecution and martyrdom. When ordered to renounce their Christianity, Sergius and Bacchus refused, enduring torture and humiliation rather than betray their beliefs. The account follows the sorrowful yet miraculous events of their deaths—Bacchus’s body guarded by wild beasts under divine command, and Sergius’s endurance through suffering until his beheading in El-Rusafa—revealing how divine grace sustained them in the face of cruelty.

The book also includes traditional hymns and prayers that celebrate their courage and devotion, drawing readers into the deep spiritual legacy of these saints. Through vivid retellings and liturgical texts, it invites reflection on the meaning of friendship, loyalty, and faith that triumphs over fear. The story of St Sergius and St Bacchus continues to inspire believers to stand firm in love and truth, no matter the cost.