Paul st denis biography for kids

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St. Denis, known as the Patron of France, is one of the most celebrated saints in French history, particularly for his role in establishing Christianity in the country.

Born in Italy during the third century, he was chosen by Pope Fabian around 250 AD to be among seven missionary bishops sent to spread the Gospel throughout Gaul (modern-day France). This group of devoted missionaries worked tirelessly to bring Christianity to regions where pagan beliefs were dominant.

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Denis as Bishop of Paris

Upon arriving in France, St. Denis was appointed the first Bishop of Paris, a city that was then a small Roman settlement known as Lutetia. Alongside his fellow missionaries, including Rusticus and Eleutherius, Denis began preaching the Gospel, establishing churches, and converting many to Christianity.

Their success in gaining followers soon drew the ire of the local pagan priests, who felt threatened by the increasing number of converts abandoning