Saint Paschal I

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Saint Paschal I
Feast Day	May 14
Liturgical Class
Patronage	Harvests, light, crops
Birthplace	Rome, Papal States
Death Place	Rome, Papal States
Cause of Death	Natural causes
Primary Shrine	St. Praxedes, Rome

St. Paschal I, Pope from 817 to 824, is remembered for his devotion to the saints, his efforts in church building, and his protection of the Roman clergy from the political turmoil of the time.

He is particularly noted for the translation of many relics to Rome, including those of St. Cecilia, enhancing the veneration of saints within the Church.

His reign was also marked by his charitable actions towards the poor and his commitment to the liturgical life of the Church.

Biography

Birth

Paschal I was born in Rome in the early 9th century, with the exact date unknown.

Early Life

Little is known of his early life, but he was likely educated in Rome for ecclesiastical service.

Occupation

Before becoming Pope, Paschal was a prominent member of the Roman clergy.

Vocation

He was elected Pope in 817, succeeding Stephen IV. His papacy focused on reinforcing the spiritual and liturgical life of the Church.

Death

He died on February 11, 824, in Rome from natural causes.

Significant events

• Translated numerous relics to Rome, including those of St. Cecilia.
• Known for his construction of churches, notably Santa Cecilia in Trastevere.
• Protected the Roman clergy from imperial interference.

Significant locations

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• Death location: Rome, Papal States
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Death

St. Paschal I died peacefully, surrounded by the Church he served, in Rome.

Canonization

Servant of God

St. Paschal I was not formally recognized as a Servant of God through modern processes; his immediate veneration post-death was customary for early Popes.

Venerable

Not applicable