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Canonization of Martyrs of Kosice, Slovakia on July 2, 1995
A liturgy for the canonization of the Martyrs of Kosice took place in Kosice, Slovakia, on July 2, 1995. The presiding celebrant noted that the devotion to these martyrs has been linked to the city and its Church for several centuries.
During the event, the celebrant reflected on the twelve centuries of Christian history in the region. This included the mission of Saints Cyril and Methodius to Greater Moravia and the ancient establishment of the episcopal see of Nitra, which is connected to the memory of Bishop Bystrik.
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