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Detail of A Painting of Saint Lawrence of Rome Early 16Th Century By Francesco Rizzo Da Santacroce Museum of John Paul II Collection Warsaw Poland
Detail of A Painting of Saint Lawrence of Rome Early 16Th Century By Francesco Rizzo Da Santacroce Museum of John Paul II Collection Warsaw Poland

Saint Lawrence of Rome

Also known as: Laurence; Laurent; Laurentius; Lorenço; Lorenzo

Saint
Post-Congregation

Feast Day

August 10

Died

August 1, 10

Biography

Saint Lawrence of Rome, also known as Laurence, Laurentius, Lorenço, and Lorenzo, was a third-century archdeacon of Rome. He was a devout Christian who dedicated his life to caring for the poor, the ill, and the neglected. During this time, Christianity was outlawed, and Lawrence found himself in a position of great responsibility as the ranking Church official in Rome....