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February 2025

Polycarp of Smyrna, Pastor and Martyr

February 23, 2025
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An event every year that begins at 12:00 am on day 23 of February, repeating indefinitely

None, 4510 North River Rd
Oceanside, CA 92058 United States

Born c. 69, Polycarp was a central figure in the early church. A disciple of the evangelist John, he linked the first generation of believers to later Christians. After serving for many years as bishop of Smyrna, Polycarp was arrested, tried, and executed for his faith on February 23, c. 156. An eyewitness narrative of his death, The Martyrdom of Polycarp, continues to encourage believers in times of persecution

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February 2026

Polycarp of Smyrna, Pastor and Martyr

February 23, 2026
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An event every year that begins at 12:00 am on day 23 of February, repeating indefinitely

None, 4510 North River Rd
Oceanside, CA 92058 United States

Born c. 69, Polycarp was a central figure in the early church. A disciple of the evangelist John, he linked the first generation of believers to later Christians. After serving for many years as bishop of Smyrna, Polycarp was arrested, tried, and executed for his faith on February 23, c. 156. An eyewitness narrative of his death, The Martyrdom of Polycarp, continues to encourage believers in times of persecution

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