Saint Luke The Deacon
Saint
Pre-Congregation
Feast Day
February 6
Canonized
Pre-Congregation
Biography
Saint Luke the Deacon, also known as Saint Luke of Emesa, was a dedicated deacon in the early Christian Church. From our understanding of historical documents, he served as a deacon alongside Bishop Silvanus of Emesa, Phoenicia. He lived during a tumultuous period of Christian persecution, ultimately sacrificing his life for his faith during the persecutions carried out by Emperor Maximian.