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October 8 · Optional · Red
St Pelagia of Antioch
(d. c. 302) Fifteen-year-old virgin of Antioch, seized at home by soldiers during Diocletian's persecution. Rather than face the violation they intended, she went to her death; Ambrose and John Chrysostom both preached her praise within a century.
When is the feast of St Pelagia of Antioch?
The feast is celebrated on October 8 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar, with red vestments.
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When is the feast of St Pelagia of Antioch?
The feast of St Pelagia of Antioch is celebrated on October 8 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar.
Who was St Pelagia of Antioch?
(d. c. 302) Fifteen-year-old virgin of Antioch, seized at home by soldiers during Diocletian's persecution. Rather than face the violation they intended, she went to her death; Ambrose and John Chrysostom both preached her praise within a…
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