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July 9 · Optional · Red
St Augustine Zhao Rong and Companions
(d. 1648–1930) A Chinese soldier converted by the patience of the missionary he escorted to execution, then priest and martyr — and with him 119 martyrs of China: catechists, farmers, mothers, children, bishops, canonized together in 2000.
When is the feast of St Augustine Zhao Rong and Companions?
The feast is celebrated on July 9 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar, with red vestments.
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When is the feast of St Augustine Zhao Rong and Companions?
The feast of St Augustine Zhao Rong and Companions is celebrated on July 9 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar.
Who was St Augustine Zhao Rong and Companions?
(d. 1648–1930) A Chinese soldier converted by the patience of the missionary he escorted to execution, then priest and martyr — and with him 119 martyrs of China: catechists, farmers, mothers, children, bishops, canonized together in…
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