Pope Sixtus I (Greek: Σίξτος), also spelled Xystus, a Roman of Greek descent, [1] was the bishop of Rome from c. 117 or 119 to his death c. 126 or 128. [2]

St. Sixtus I (born, Rome [Italy]?—died c. 125, Rome?; feast day April 3) was the pope from approximately 115 to about 125. He succeeded St. Alexander I and ruled the church under the …

Pope St. Sixtus I was a Roman man and the seventh leader of the Church. He was the first pope to choose the Sixtus name, though five other men would later choose this name.

Pope St. Sixtus I (in the oldest documents, <Xystus> is the spelling used for the first three popes of that name), succeeded St. Alexander and was followed by St. Tolesphorus.

Pope Saint Sixtus I (also known as Xystus) holds a venerable place in Catholic tradition as the seventh Bishop of Rome, succeeding Pope Saint Alexander I and preceding Pope Saint …

Pope Saint Sixtus I was the bishop of Rome from about 117 or 119 C.E. to 126 or 128 C.E., following Pope Alexander I and succeeded by Pope Telesphorus. The spelling Xystus is also …

Apr 3, 2025 · See Vatican News to discover the life-story and message of St. Sixtus I, the Saint of the Day 3 April

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Even today, Catholics remember Sixtus I as one of the first popes who helped build the foundation of the Church. His simple faith and courage helped carry the message of Jesus forward. Pope …

Pope Sixtus I, or Saint Sixtus as he is often referred to, was the Bishop of Rome from around 115 AD until his death in 125 AD. His life and work provide numerous reflections of the core values …