Saint Pacian of Barcelona

Also known as: Pacianus
Memorial: 9 March
Profile: Married and a father; his son Dexter was high chamberlain to Emperor Theodosius. Bishop of Barcelona. Wrote on ecclesiastical discipline. Saint Jerome wrote about him, praising his eloquence, learning, chastity, and holiness of life. Pacian wrote, "My name is Christian, my surname is Catholic."
Died: c.390 at Barcelona, Spain of natural causes
Canonized: Pre-Congregation
Additional Information: Catholic Online
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