Saint Moses

Born: 330 AD

Died: 405

Became Egyptian monk and priest.

Was a thief, gang member, often angry and violent; he was a sinful person who turned to God and converted to Christianity.

After botched robbery attempt, he hid in a monastery with monks who influenced him into changing his life, eventually becoming a powerful spiritual leader.

Patron saint of non-violence, he fought inner turmoil but outwardly showed calm, peace & God’s grace.

He died a martyr, murdered by bandits while protecting other members of the monastery.