Saint Christina, Virgin and Martyr

"S. Christinæ Virginis et Martyris" is Latin for "Saint Christina, Virgin and Martyr". Saint Christina is a Christian saint and martyr who is celebrated in the Roman Catholic Church.

Her feast day is observed on July 24.

The phrase you provided is often seen in liturgical texts, such as the Mass Proper, where prayers and readings specific to her feast day are included.

For example, one prayer from the Mass Proper for St. Christina's feast day is: "Dómine, beáta Christína Virgo et Martyr implóret: quae tibi grátia semper éxstitit, et mérito castitátis, et tuae professióne virtútis. Per Dóminum nostrum Jesum Christum, Fílium tuum, qui tecum vivit et regnat in unitáte Spíritus Sancti, Deus, per ómnia sǽcula sæculórum."

This translates to: "O Lord, may blessed Christina, Virgin and Martyr, who always found favor with You by her chastity and by her profession of virtue, implore Your forgiveness for us. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, who lives and reigns with You in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, forever and ever."

There are several saints named Christina, and their stories vary:

1. **Christina the Astonishing** (c.1150 – 24 July 1224), also known as Christina Mirabilis, was a Christian holy woman born in Brustem, Belgium¹. She is primarily known for her legendary resurrection during her funeral mass, and numerous other miracles attributed to her during her life. Orphaned at a young age, she remained under the care of her two older sisters². When she was in her early 20s she apparently had a seizure and was thought to be dead.

2. **Saint Christina of Tyre** was from Tyre in Syria, the daughter of a pagan named Urban. Enlightened in her heart to believe in Christ, she broke her father's idols, made of gold and silver, and distributed the pieces to the poor. When her father learned this, he punished her ruthlessly, then cast her into prison.

3. **Saint Christina of Bolsena**, also known as Christina Anicii, was born in the 3rd century, probably in Rome, Italy, into the prominent pagan Anicii family. From a young age, she showed a strong devotion to her Christian faith and a burning desire to serve God.

Each of these saints has a unique story and is celebrated for their faith and dedication. Their lives continue to inspire many people around the world. Let me know if you want to know more about any specific Saint Christina.

(1) Christina the Astonishing - Wikipedia. https://bing.com/search?q=Saint+Christina+biography.

(2) Christina the Astonishing - Students - Britannica Kids. https://kids.britannica.com/students/article/Christina-the-Astonishing/310685.

(3) Christina the Great Martyr of Tyre - Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of .... https://www.goarch.org/chapel/saints?contentid=139.

(4) Saint Christina of Bolsena - Catholic Saint | Saint for a Minute ....
(5) Christina the Astonishing - Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christina_the_Astonishing.

(6) Ordo: Julius 2024 - Divinum Officium. https://www.divinumofficium.com/cgi-bin/horas/kalendar.pl.

(7) S. Christinæ Virginis et Martyris, Missa “Me ... - YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t1ooZikSDro.