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St. Pope Anicetus

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Feastday: April 20
Patron: Popes; Rome
Birth: c. 92
Death: c. 168

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Saint Anicetus was Pope of Rome during the second century. He welcomed Saint Polycarp of Smyrna and discussed with him the differing customs concerning the celebration of Easter while preserving charity and communion in the Church.

Anicetus guided the Roman Christians during a time of doctrinal and political difficulty. He is honored as a holy Pope who guarded the apostolic faith and served the unity of the Church.

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