Margaret Ward (c. 1550–30 August 1588), called the "pearl of Tyburn", [1] was an English saint and martyr who was executed during the reign of Elizabeth I for assisting a priest to escape …

St. Margaret Ward stands as a beacon of hope, courage, and uncompromising faith within the Catholic Church. Her legacy extends beyond historical accounts, continuing to influence …

Mar 24, 2021 · Margaret Ward was born in Congleton, Cheshire, in around 1550; however, this is an estimated guess as we know very little information regarding her early life.

Aug 30, 2020 · In the mean time, the catholics, who heard of his sufferings, durst not attempt to come near him, to succour or comfort him, for fear of being taken for the persons who had …

Margaret Ward was arrested for helping Father Richard Watson to escape. She was offered her freedom if she would tell the authorities where the priest was hiding and if she would attend …

John Roche was one of the London martyrs of 1588. Blessed Margaret Ward was a gentle woman born at Congleton in Cheshire, in the service of another gentle woman, Whitall, in London. She …

Finally, on October 25, 1970, Pope Paul VI canonized Margaret Ward, officially recognizing her as a Saint of the Catholic Church. Throughout history, she has been venerated as a patron saint …

Martyr, born at Congleton, Cheshire; executed at Tyburn, London, 30 Aug., 1588. Nothing is known of her early life except that she was of good family and for a time dwelt in the house of …

Jul 20, 2024 · Margaret Ward (c. 1550-30 August 1588), the "pearl of Tyburn", was an English Catholic martyr who was executed during the reign of Elizabeth I for assisting a priest to …

Jul 10, 2024 · margaret ward, margaret clitherow & anne line MARTYRS, 1588, 1586, & 1601 These three women were all executed for harboring Roman Catholic priests during the reign of …