Saint Sylvester I
Pope when the Roman persecutions ended and the first great basilicas of Rome were built.
Maso di Banco, Pope Saint Sylvester's Miracle (taming the dragon), c. 1340 · Bardi di Vernio Chapel, Santa Croce, Florence (public domain)
Who was Saint Sylvester I?
Feast day and traditions
St. Sylvester, as this year ends I thank God for all His gifts. Pray for me in the year to come. Amen.
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