Bishop Ignatius was cast into prison for failing to renounce his faith in Christ, and instead of bowing to the demands of his captors, he wrote them a powerful letter; stating his total commitment to Christ and joy at being counted worthy to suffer for Christ sake.

Thomas Walsh was a deeply religious man who was raised by devout Romanist parents. But Thomas's devout religious indulgence still didn't lead his heart to finding rest, he grew increasingly miserable instead, until he heard the words: "Come unto me all ye that labor and are heavy laden.”