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(Timoteo, Timotheo) [died 97 A.D.], Bishop and Martyr. "The beloved Son in Faith" of St. Paul, whom he accompanied in his missionary journeys. He was the head of the Church in Ephesus. The Apostle Paul wrote him two letters, which are among the canonical books of the Bible. A legend tells us that while in prison, two angels came to comfort him. According to a very ancient tradition, St. Timothy was stoned to death in AD 97 for denouncing the worship of Dionysius. His feast is January 26.

St. Timothy

Feast Day: Roman Rite Calendar - 01/26 Tridentine Calendar - 01/26 Patron Of: Intenstinal Disorders, Stomach Disorders Profile     His father was a Greek gentile, his mother Eunice was Jewish. Converted to Christianity by Saint Paul the Apostle around the year 47. Partner, assistant and close friend of Paul. Missionary. Head of the Church in Ephesus. Recipient of two canonical letters from Saint Paul. Martyred for opposing the worship of Dionysius. Died     stoned to death in 97 All information used with permission of the Patron Saint Index.

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