30th July - Saint Peter Chrysologus - Independent Catholic News

30th July - Saint Peter Chrysologus - Independent Catholic News: Bishop. His name means 'Peter the golden-worded'. Born in around 380, he was Bishop of Ravenna from about 433 AD until his death in 450. Peter was born in Imola, where he was ordained a deacon by Cornelius, Bishop of Imola. Pope Sixtus III appointed him to the See of Ravenna in about the year 433. He was a counsellor of Pope Leo I. Known as 'The Doctor of Homilies' - Peter was known for his short but inspired sermons.

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