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August 10 · Feast · Red

St Lawrence

(d. 258) Roman deacon martyred under Valerian. When the prefect demanded the Church's treasures, Lawrence presented the poor of Rome: 'Behold the treasures.' Tradition says he was roasted on a gridiron.

When is the feast of St Lawrence?

The feast is celebrated on August 10 each year, kept as a feast in the General Roman Calendar, with red vestments.

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When is the feast of St Lawrence?

The feast of St Lawrence is celebrated on August 10 each year, kept as a feast in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was St Lawrence?

(d. 258) Roman deacon martyred under Valerian. When the prefect demanded the Church's treasures, Lawrence presented the poor of Rome: 'Behold the treasures.' Tradition says he was roasted on a…

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