Saint Vincent of Saragossa

The collect for today, the Feast of St Vincent of Saragossa (d. 304), Deacon and Martyr (source):

Almighty God, whose deacon Vincent, upheld by thee, was not terrified by threats nor overcome by torments: Strengthen us, we beseech thee, to endure all adversity with invincible and steadfast faith; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.

The Lesson: Revelation 7:13-17
The Gospel: St Luke 12:4-12

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Artwork: Anonymous Spanish artist, Martyrdom of Saint Vincent, 15th century, Prado, Madrid.

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