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May 12: Saints Nereus and Achilleus, Martyrs—Optional Memorial

Died c. 98
Pre-Congregation canonization
Liturgical Color: Red
Version: Full – Short

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Nereus and Achilleus the martyrs joined the army and carried out the cruel orders of the tyrant, obeying his will continually out of fear.

Then came a miracle of faith. They suddenly gave up their savagery, they were converted, they fled the camp of their evil leader, throwing away their shields, armor, and bloody spears.

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Professing the faith of Christ, they are happy to witness to its triumph. From these words of Damasus understand what great deeds can be brought about by Christ’s glory. ~Pope Saint Damasus

Reflection: Not long after Jesus’ death and resurrection, Saint Stephen, a deacon of the Church in Jerusalem, became the first Christian martyr.

Then came James, the son of Zebedee; James the brother of the Lord; Saints Peter and Paul; and