Readings Psalm 2 * Psalm 51 * Genesis 27:1–29 * Mark 8:22–38 * Formula of Concord: Solid Declaration II:27–38 CommemorationToday we commemorate Perpetua and Felicitas, Martyrs*. In the third century AD, Roman Emperor Septimus Severus forbade converting to Christianity. Among the many who disobeyed his edict were Perpetua and Felicitas, a noblewoman and her maidservant. During their imprisonment, they witnessed to others in prison, even the jailer, who himself became a Christian. Executed on 07 March 203, Perpetua and Felicitas are remembered for the firmness of their faith — even unto death.