It's St Stephen's Day Today And He Was Really Very Awkward

After the birth of Jesus and the Christmas celebrations, today December 26, we celebrate the death of Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr

Why is it celebrated today and what is expected in Italy and in the world

The martyrdom of St. Stephen reflects Christ’s own humility and victory over death

The Church honors St. Stephen as the first martyr, who courageously proclaimed Jesus’ divinity amid persecution. His sacrifice and faithful witness mirrors the humility of Christ’s birth and the meekness of His death.

Feast of St. Stephen: Church honors first martyr, deacon Dec. 26

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On the second day of Christmas, December 26, the Catholic Church commemorates St. Stephen, deacon and first martyr. He was stoned for his courageous proclamation of faith in Christ. The Acts of the Apostles record that St. Stephen was one of the seven deacons of the young Church, chosen to care for widows and the poor (Acts 6:1-6). When he offended the Jewish elders with his zeal for preaching the Gospel, performing signs and wonders, and when t…

Many Split residents traditionally gather in the church on Sustipan today.