Saint Bassian of Lodi

Saint Bassian of Lodi, also known as Bassiano or Bassianus, was born around 320 in Syracuse, Sicily. He was the son of Servius, the prefect of Syracuse, and grew up in a prominent and influential family. As a young man, Bassian traveled to Rome, Italy, to pursue his studies. During his time in Rome, Bassian encountered Christianity and was deeply moved by its teachings....