Martyr · 1st century
First-Martyr & Archdeacon Stephen
Also known as Protomartyr Stephen
First of the seven deacons and the first Christian martyr, stoned while forgiving his killers.
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Notes
Patron of the diaconate. Aug 2 commemorates the translation of his relics from Jerusalem to Constantinople. Sep 15 = uncovering of his relics.
Sources: Synaxarion