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May 3 · Feast · Red
Sts Philip and James, Apostles
Philip, called by Christ on the second day, brought Nathanael to Him. James 'the Less,' first bishop of Jerusalem, presided over the Council of Acts 15 and authored the Letter of James. Both martyred for the gospel.
When is the feast of Sts Philip and James, Apostles?
The feast is celebrated on May 3 each year, kept as a feast in the General Roman Calendar, with red vestments.
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When is the feast of Sts Philip and James, Apostles?
The feast of Sts Philip and James, Apostles is celebrated on May 3 each year, kept as a feast in the General Roman Calendar.
Who was Sts Philip and James, Apostles?
Philip, called by Christ on the second day, brought Nathanael to Him. James 'the Less,' first bishop of Jerusalem, presided over the Council of Acts 15 and authored the Letter of James. Both martyred for the…
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