Sebastian
In this Saints in 7 Days, NBA Coach Joe Mazzulla will be our guide as we reflect on the life of St. Sebastian, the patron saint of athletes. Born in a Christian household, Sebastian joined the Roman army amidst a pagan culture. All the while, he upheld his faith and risked his life to serve persecuted Christians along the way. In the end, he made the ultimate sacrifice, which has inspired believers ever since to live and die for Christ.
7 sessions
1The Story of St. SebastianWelcome to Saints in 7 Days with St. Sebastian! In this first session, we’ll hear an overview of his life and learn why his story was so important for the early Church and for our lives today. (Please Note: This session contains a description of violence.)Day 18 min
2In the World, But Not of ItToday, we’ll explore Sebastian’s childhood and learn what it was like for a Christian living in the pagan Roman Empire.Day 27 min
3The Emperor’s Inner CircleIn this session, we’ll hear how Sebastian climbed the ranks in the Roman military to become a Praetorian Guard.Day 37 min
4Help of ChristiansToday, we’ll hear how Sebastian uses his position as a Praetorian Guard to help persecuted Christians in Rome.Day 47 min
5Left For DeadWhen a new emperor rises to power, Sebastian’s Christianity is discovered, and he is sentenced to execution. (Please Note: This session contains a description of violence.)Day 57 min
6Actual MartyrdomAfter miraculously surviving his first execution, Sebastian makes the heroic decision to stand up for the faith once again. (Please Note: This session contains a description of violence.)Day 66 min
7LegacyIn this final session, hear about St. Sebastian’s impact on the Roman Empire and the Western world. Select the shorter option of this session to say our usual closing prayer, or select the longer version to close with a decade of the Rosary.Day 76-8 min