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January 21 · Memorial · Red

St Agnes

(c. 291–304) A Roman girl of twelve or thirteen who refused marriage to consecrate herself to Christ. Killed during the Diocletian persecution. The name Agnes recalls the Latin agnus, lamb.

When is the feast of St Agnes?

The feast is celebrated on January 21 each year, kept as a memorial in the General Roman Calendar, with red vestments.

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When is the feast of St Agnes?

The feast of St Agnes is celebrated on January 21 each year, kept as a memorial in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was St Agnes?

(c. 291–304) A Roman girl of twelve or thirteen who refused marriage to consecrate herself to Christ. Killed during the Diocletian persecution. The name Agnes recalls the Latin agnus,…

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