Epenetus of Carthage
SaintJuly 30 · 1–100
Epenetus of Carthage (c. 1, Ephesus — 100, Carthage) — Saint, priest. Feast day: 30 July.
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Epenetus of Carthage was a first-century priest and an early Christian disciple. Born in Ephesus, he is recognized as one of the seventy disciples mentioned in the Epistle to the Romans. In this biblical text, the apostle Paul refers to him as a beloved figure and notes that he was the initial convert within the Province of Asia. Some historical traditions suggest he served as the first bishop of Carthage or Cartagena.

