June 5th - Saint of the Day: Saints Eoban, Adalar, & Companions, Martyrs
They went into mission territory carrying the Gospel, not treasure. Saints Eoban, Adalar, and their nine companions were missionary priests, deacons, and monks who stood beside Saint Boniface in the dangerous work of evangelizing Frisia. And when pagan attackers came for them at Dokkum, they did not run. They were killed on June 5, 754, while helping prepare newly converted Christians for Confirmation. Their enemies expected riches. What they found instead were sacred books, missionary courage, and men ready to die for Christ. The wild part? Most people remember Saint Boniface, but these hidden martyrs gave the same witness with the same blood. Their story is a reminder that not every saint gets the spotlight, but every faithful sacrifice is seen by God. Go to HolyManna.blog to learn more about Saints Eoban, Adalar, and the Nine Companions, plus many other stories of the saints, Scripture, and the …More