26 April – St. Cletus (Anacletus)

Pope & Martyr

A Roman of Greek origin (possibly Athenian), he succeeded St. Linus as the third Pope (c. 76–88/92), serving during the reigns of Emperors Vespasian and Titus. A disciple in the circle of St. Peter, he is mentioned in the Roman Canon of the Mass. He built a small shrine over the tomb of St. Peter on the Vatican hill and is traditionally regarded as a martyr for the faith. He helped establish early Church order and structure in the post-apostolic age. His name appears among the ancient popes whose memory is kept in the liturgy as a foundation of the Petrine ministry.

“I have fought the good fight; I have finished the race; I have kept the faith.” (2 Tim 4:7)

One of the very first successors of St. Peter who quietly strengthened the young Church in Rome amid imperial pressure — proving that faithful continuity in apostolic succession and humble governance lay the unseen foundations upon which the Church still stands two millennia later.

Lord Jesus, through the intercession of St. Cletus, grant the Pope, bishops, and all in apostolic succession the grace of steadfast fidelity, prudent governance, and courage to shepherd Your flock even in times of hidden trial.

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