St. Polycarp was a disciple of John the Evangelist and became Bishop of Smyrna and was martyred in 156AD at the age of 86. Fr. Ignatius points out that we are linked to the Apostles as well, but with a few more steps throughout the centuries. Ave Maria! St. Polycarp, Bishop and Martyr - Mass: EF, Sacerdotes Dei - Readings: 1st: 1jo 3:10-16 - Gsp: mat 10:26-32 <br /> To Download Audio go to http://airmaria.com?p=10072
