Faustus, Abibus and Dionysius of Alexandria

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Venerated in Coptic Orthodox Church

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Faustus, Abibus and Dionysius of Alexandria (died 250) were Christian martyrs put to death under Decius in 250.

Faustus was a priest, Abibus was a deacon, and Dionysius was a lector. They were executed with several others, who include:

Andronicus, a soldier

Andropelagia,

Cyriacus, an acolyte

another Cyriacus,

Theocistus, a sea captain

Macarius,

Andreas,

Sarpambo,

Thecla, and

Caldote.

The Roman Martyrology lists only Faustus and Macarius with 10 companions. Their feast day is celebrated on September 6.

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