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St. Porphyrius of Gaza
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St. Porphyrius of Gaza

c. 347–420 · Gaza · Feast February 26

Porphyrius was a wealthy man from Thessaloniki who became a hermit in the Egyptian desert and then in the Jordan valley. He was made bishop of Gaza, still a pagan stronghold. Through his prayers rain fell in a drought and many were baptized. With the empress’s help the temple of Marnas was closed and a church built in its place. His church still stands in Gaza.

  • Feast: February 26 (New Calendar)
  • Lived: c. 347–420
  • Place: Gaza
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