# 4/22 - Pope St. Soter

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Podcast: [The Saint of The Day Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-saint-of-the-day-podcast-5497165)
Published: 2026-04-22T07:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Explore the life and legacy of Pope St. Soter, the twelfth Bishop of Rome. Learn how his pastoral leadership addressed the Montanist heresy and his role during the era of Roman persecution.

## Highlights
- Main idea: Pope St. Soter served as the Bishop of Rome from approximately 167 to 175 AD
- Theological defense: He issued an encyclical to combat Montanism, a heresy denying the possibility of redemption for grave sins
- Pastoral style: He was noted for his tender and fatherly approach to comforting the faithful
- Historical context: His papacy occurred during the Christian persecutions led by Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius
- Practical takeaway: His legacy emphasizes the importance of maintaining the doctrine of divine mercy and redemption

## Topics

Pope St. Soter, Early Christian History, Montanism, Roman Empire, Marcus Aurelius, Catholic Saints, Bishop of Rome, Christian Martyrdom

## Chapters
- 0:00 — Introduction to Pope St. Soter: An overview of St. Soter's origins in Fondi, Italy, and his tenure as the twelfth Bishop of Rome.
- 0:20 — The Fight Against Montanism: Details on Soter's encyclical addressing the heresy that claimed grave sins could not be redeemed.
- 0:40 — Martyrdom and Persecution: The historical accounts of his potential martyrdom under the reign of Emperor Marcus Aurelius.
- 0:50 — Burial and Legacy: Information regarding his burial in the Catacombs of St. Callixtus on the Appian Way.
- 1:00 — Feast Day and Prayer: Commemorating his feast day on April 22nd with a prayer for those entering matrimony.

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