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May 12 · Optional · Red
Sts Nereus and Achilleus
Two Roman soldiers who, according to ancient tradition, threw down their weapons after baptism and were martyred under Diocletian. Buried in the catacomb of Domitilla on the Via Ardeatina.
A prayerHoly martyrs, pray for those who must choose between conscience and command.
When is the feast of Sts Nereus and Achilleus?
The feast is celebrated on May 12 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar, with red vestments.
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