Holy Martyrs
Emeterius and Chelidonius
Roman soldiers slain for Christ at Calahorra in Hispania around 298.
Life
The Holy Martyrs Emeterius and Chelidonius were Roman soldiers, possibly also brothers, who confessed Christ and were martyred at Calahorra in Spain around the year 300 (our record has 298). They are the patrons of the city of Calahorra in La Rioja, where they are believed to have suffered. They are venerated as saints of the undivided Church and are commemorated on 3 March (new calendar).
Commemorated the same day March 3
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- Titian of BresciaSaint · Bishop of BresciaMar 3
- ArthelaisSaintMar 3
- CalupanVenerableMar 3
- Cele-ChristVenerableMar 3