Were There Any Greek Popes?

Were There Any Greek Popes?

by | May 8, 2025 | Blog

St. Sixtus II (r. 31 August 257 – 6 August 258) St. Sixtus II – also called Xystus – was doubtless born in Athens and is remembered as a philosopher-pope and conciliator throughout one of many Church’s darkest hours. He assumed the papacy throughout a quick lull in...