Saint Quadratus the Apostle of Magnesia

A life of faith

Quadratus is remembered among the Seventy Apostles. He preached Christianity at Athens and Magnesia and served as bishop of Magnesia. The Romanian calendar remembers his suffering and martyrdom during the reign of Hadrian.

The Eastern Orthodox Church remembers saints in prayer and commemoration. Their lives offer examples for Christians learning to live their faith.

A reflection

Quadratus recalls the work of teaching faith in more than one community.

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