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Saint Narcissus

Saint Narcissus, also known as Narcissus of Athens, was a first-century spiritual student of Saint Paul the Apostle and a missionary bishop in Greece and the Balkans alongside Saint Andrew the Apostle.

Feast Day October 31

Biography

Saint Narcissus, also known as Narcissus of Athens, was a first-century spiritual student of Saint Paul the Apostle and a missionary bishop in Greece and the Balkans alongside Saint Andrew the Apostle. Though not much is known about his early life, Saint Narcissus played a crucial role in spreading the teachings of Christianity and embracing the faith. As a young man, Saint Narcissus became a devoted follower of Jesus Christ and sought guidance from Saint Paul in understanding the teachings of the Gospel. Saint Paul, recognizing his zeal and dedication, took Narcissus under his wing and mentored him in the ways of the faith. In the Epistle to the Romans, Saint Paul mentions Narcissus among his spiritual students, emphasizing his importance in the early Christian community and his close connection to the Apostle.

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