When Was Saint Cecilia Born?

Saint Cecilia, is a Roman martyr venerated in Catholic, Orthodox, Anglican and some Lutheran churches, such as the Church of Sweden. She became the patroness of music and musicians, it being written that, as the musicians played at her wedding, Cecilia "sang in her heart to the Lord".

Was St Cecilia married?

According to a late 5th-century legend, she was a noble Roman who, as a child, had vowed her virginity to God. When she was married against her will to the future saint Valerian, then a pagan, she told him that an angel of God wished her to remain a virgin.

How is St Cecilia a role model?

She is not only the patron saint of music, but an example of trusting in the Lord's plan and being fearless even in the face of death. By her example, she was able to convert others and introduce them to God, her first love. She reminds me that we should always be examples of our faith for others.