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Dropping by Deacon Scott Dodge\u2019s joint<\/strong> <\/a>for a visit, I was reminded that this is not only the feast of the Holy Family, but the feast of St. Stephen, proto-martyr and patron of deacons.<\/p>\n

Below, a compelling modern interpretation of Stephen\u2019s martyrdom, from artist James Michaels.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

To all deacons, and all who serve the gospel: happy feast day.<\/p>\n

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