What positions has Pope Fabian held?

Positions held by Pope Fabian include: Pope (0236–0250).

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Pope Fabian

Pope and bishop of Rome from 236 to 250

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Pope Fabian (Latin: Fabianus) was the bishop of Rome and head of the Catholic Church from 10 January 236 until his death on 20 January 250, succeeding Anterus. A dove is said to have descended on his head to mark him as the Holy Spirit's unexpected choice to become the next pope. He was succeeded by Cornelius.

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Place of birth: Rome wd
Died: 20 January 250 wd
Place of death: Rome wd
Occupation: Catholic priest wd

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Pope (10 January 236 – 20 January 250)

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Most of his papacy was characterized by amicable relations with the imperial government, and the schism between the Roman congregations of Pontian and Hippolytus was ended. He divided Rome into diaconates and appointed secretaries to collect the records of the martyrs. He sent out seven "apostles to the Gauls" as missionaries, but probably did not baptize Emperor Philip the Arab as is alleged. He died a martyr at the beginning of the Decian persecution and is venerated as a saint by the Catholic Church and the Orthodox Church.

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What positions has Pope Fabian held?: Positions held by Pope Fabian include: Pope (0236–0250).

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