The Daily Question

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Why are there so many churches in Rome dedicated to St. Lawrence?


   Because he served as Archdeacon of Rome in the 200s and personally founded most of the city’s early basilicas.
   Because he led Roman troops to victory in 258 AD and was celebrated as a military commander.
   Because he recovered ancient Christian relics in the 3rd century and was honored for safeguarding them.
   Because he was a Roman deacon from around 257–258 AD whose martyrdom during Emperor Valerian’s persecution made him one of Rome’s most beloved saints.

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