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The Virgin Nativity Cathedral
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 He was born into a pagan family from Antioch (Galathians: 2:1). He was a witness of the last two sermons, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ; he took part in baptizing apostle Paul and followed him in his travels (Corinthians II 8:6, 16, 23); he was sent on errands to various churches, including the Church of Jerusalem. Paul ordained him bishop of Crete where he died at 94. Feast day: 25 August (7 September). |