Saint
Saint Stephen
- Country / origin
- Church of Jerusalem, 1st century
- Feast
- 26 December
Awaiting theological review
Who was this?
One of the seven chosen to serve the Jerusalem community and the first Christian martyr. He died forgiving those who stoned him.
In Scripture: Acts of the Apostles 6:5Acts of the Apostles 7:55–60
Biblical profile: Stephen →Patron of
- deacons
- martyrs
- forgiving enemies
When to ask for intercession
- injustice
- persecution
- difficulty forgiving
A short prayer
Saint Stephen, give me courage to stay faithful and a heart able to forgive even when I am hurt.
Written for Lumen as a simple personal prayer of intercession — not a liturgical text.
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