The year is 203 A.D. in Carthage, North Africa. Perpetua, an affluent young mother, is charged with converting to Christianity and is sent to prison.
A Note for Parents: The episodes of The Torchlighters tell the stories of heroic individuals who often make sacrifices for their faith, including death. We suggest these episodes for children ages 8 and up, and encourage parents to watch along with their children and talk through the historical facts and consequences of following God.