Feast day · February 3

Saint Oscar, bishop and missionary

Saint Oscar, bishop and missionary

Saint Oscar, bishop and missionary, was a key figure in spreading Christianity in Scandinavia during the 9th century. Also known as Ansgar, he served as the Archbishop of Hamburg-Bremen. He tirelessly evangelized among the peoples of Denmark and Sweden, enduring many hardships. His dedication earned him the title 'Apostle of the North.'

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