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Pope Sixtus II
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Veneration of Saint Lawrence
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Latest: Saint Lawrence: The legacy of a Roman martyr
The religious veneration of Saint Lawrence, the 3rd-century Archdeacon of Rome, continues through various liturgical and cultural traditions. Serving under Pope Sixtus II during the persecutions of Emperor Valerian, Lawr
Orthodox commemoration of Saint Spyridon and Saint Euplyos
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Latest: Corfu commemorates Saint Spyridon with major religious procession
The Orthodox Church observes the feast days of Saint Spyridon and Saint Euplyos the Deacon on August 11. The commemoration of Saint Spyridon in Corfu honors a 1716 miracle in which the saint is credited with saving the i
Italy public stargazing and Saint Lawrence festivities
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Latest: Italy celebrates Saint Lawrence feast and Perseid meteor shower
Italian towns and astronomy groups continue to host summer stargazing programmes. In late July 2026, Pisa scheduled an observation event on the Santa Maria tower, while Manciano announced its third “Numera Stellas” night