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December 26

Nicomedes (1320–1404)

confessor of faith

He was born in Procopia, Serbia, and his greatest merit was having founded in that country, which was soon to lose its independence, numerous monasteries that were true centers of life.

Biography

Its last foundation was the famous Tismana Abbey, today a pilgrimage center.

Practical advice

Without seeking recognition, spend a few minutes asking for holy and generous vocations, putting the result in God's hands.

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