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April 6 · Optional · Red

St Marcellinus of Carthage

(d. 413) Roman imperial secretary and friend of Augustine, who presided over the conference of Carthage between Catholics and Donatists in 411. Falsely implicated in revolt by Donatist enemies, he was executed; Augustine dedicated the City of God to him.

When is the feast of St Marcellinus of Carthage?

The feast is celebrated on April 6 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar, with red vestments.

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When is the feast of St Marcellinus of Carthage?

The feast of St Marcellinus of Carthage is celebrated on April 6 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was St Marcellinus of Carthage?

(d. 413) Roman imperial secretary and friend of Augustine, who presided over the conference of Carthage between Catholics and Donatists in 411. Falsely implicated in revolt by Donatist enemies, he was executed; Augustine dedicated the City of God to…

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