Saint Evaristus | Saint of the Day

Pope Evaristus was Bishop of Rome, holding office from c. 99 to his death c. 107. He was also known as Aristus. He is venerated as a saint in the Eastern Orthodox Church, the Catholic Church, and Oriental Orthodoxy. Evaristus became a Christian when he grew older. So great was his love for his new faith that he decided to become a priest.