Nicanor the Deacon

Nicanor the Deacon
Saint Nicanor
Martyr
Died 76
Honored in Eastern Orthodox Church
Roman Catholic Church
Feast 10 January

Nicanor was one of the Seven Deacons.[1] He suffered martyrdom in 76.

References

  1. ^ Saint Nicanor Patron Saint Index



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