Saint Mark the Evangelist

 


A plenary indulgence can be gained under the usual conditions by visiting a church named for the Saint of the day and praying the Our Father and Apostle’s Creed.


Who is Saint Mark?

The Feast of St. Mark 

St. Mark Relics 

April 25 Customs and Folklore 

St. Mark’s Day in Italy 

St. Gertrude and the Feast of St. Mark

 St. Mark Iconography 

More Iconography 

St. Mark Artifact

Vegan Lamb Recipes 






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