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Portrait of Saint Calocerus of Brescia Parish of Caluso Italy
Portrait of Saint Calocerus of Brescia Parish of Caluso Italy

Saint Calocerus of Brescia

Also known as: Calogerus

Saint
Pre-Congregation

Feast Day

April 18

Canonized

Pre-Congregation

Biography

Saint Calocerus of Brescia, also known as Calogerus, was a prominent figure in the early years of Christianity. Born in Brescia, Italy, Calocerus served as an officer in the army of Emperor Hadrian during the 2nd century. Despite his military position, Calocerus felt a deep calling towards faith and conversion....