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Saint Timon the Deacon

Apostle and bishop
Jerusalem and Bostra in Arabia
Feast day: July 28

Icon: Nicanor, Parmenas, Timon, Irene and Prochorus. Image source: Romanian Patriarchate calendar

A life of faith

Timon was among the first deacons of the Church. He later served as bishop of Bostra in Arabia and suffered martyrdom by crucifixion.

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A reflection

His remembrance connects the early ministry of the deacons with Christian communities in Arabia.

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