St Barbartus

Barbartus was born into a Christian family and he grew up learning about Jesus. He loved to share the Good News of Jesus with others, so he became a priest. He preached with great courage and was not afraid to tell people to change their ways when they were not following God’s commandments. Although many people from Benevento, Italy called themselves Christians and said they believed in Jesus, they had a hard time letting go of their pagan rituals (things people do to honor fake gods). Barbatus warned the people that if they did not change their ways, the city would be attacked by their enemies. Shortly after, the Emperor of Constans attacked the city. Once the people of Benevento listened to Barbatus and turned from their pagan ways, peace return to their city. Barbatus was eventually made a Bishop. He lived a long and full life, serving Jesus through his vocation to the priesthood. He died in 682 AD when he was 70 years old.