# Commemoration of Saint Philip the Deacon > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/commemoration-of-saint-philip-the-deacon > Updated: 2026-10-24T00:30:07.000Z. Sources: 16. Developments: 2. Various Orthodox and Greek Catholic traditions observe the feast day of Saint Philip the Deacon. In Bulgarian and Romanian traditions, the day is also recognized as a name day for individuals named Philip, Filip, or Filimon. In the Serbian Orthodox Church, the commemoration highlights Philip’s role as one of the seven original deacons chosen to assist the early Christian community with aid distribution. Historical and religious accounts describe his missionary work in Samaria and Ethiopia, as well as his service as a bishop in Tralles. Traditions regarding his martyrdom vary, though many place his death in Hierapolis, Phrygia, where he is reported to have been crucified. ## Claims - Philip was originally from Caesarea in Palestine. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Philip was martyred in Hierapolis, Phrygia. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Tradition states Philip was crucified upside down. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The Serbian Orthodox Church observes the feast of Saint Philip the Deacon on October 24. (single source) - Philip was one of the seven original deacons of the Christian church. (single source) - Philip's missionary work is associated with the spread of the Gospel in Ethiopia. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-24: Serbian Orthodox Church commemorates Saint Philip the Deacon The Serbian Orthodox Church commemorates Saint Philip the Deacon, a prominent early Christian figure known for his missionary work and martyrdom. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-orthodox-church-commemorates-saint-philip-the-deacon ### 2026-10-10: Saint Philip the Deacon commemorated on October 11 October 11 is the feast day of Saint Philip the Deacon, one of the seven original deacons. The day is celebrated in Orthodox and Greek Catholic traditions and serves as a name day for many. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/saint-philip-the-apostle-commemorated-on-october-11 --- Cite as: Commemoration of Saint Philip the Deacon. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/commemoration-of-saint-philip-the-deacon