Saint Theodulus of Rome

Biography

Saint Theodulus of Rome, also known as Saint Theodulus of Rome, was a priest who lived in Rome, Italy during the early Christian era. Very little is known about his early life and background, but he dedicated himself to the service of God and the Church in the city of Rome. Saint Theodulus, along with Saint Alexander of Rome and Saint Eventius of Rome, suffered greatly for their faith during a time of intense persecution of Christians. The exact details of their imprisonment and torture remain unknown, but it is recorded that they were martyred for their steadfast commitment to their beliefs. Theodulus, along with Alexander and Eventius, faced a gruesome fate, being burned and beheaded on the Via Nomentana in Rome, Italy, around the year 113. Despite the brutality of their deaths, they courageously accepted their martyrdom as a testament to their unwavering faith. The relics of Saint Theodulus were laid to rest in the Dominican church of Santa Sabina in Rome, where they remain to this day as a point of veneration for the faithful. Although the specific patronage of Saint Theodulus is not recorded, the faithful invoke his intercession and seek his heavenly aid in various aspects of their lives. While Saint Theodulus of Rome lived and died before the official process of canonization was established, he is recognized as a saint by tradition. His holiness and martyrdom have earned him a place among the faithful, even though he was not officially canonized by the Pre-Congregation, which was responsible for such declarations during that time. On the liturgical calendar, the feast day of Saint Theodulus of Rome is celebrated on May 3rd, commemorating his martyrdom and honoring his sacrifice for the Christian faith.