The Catholic Encyclopedia provides a helpful summary of what we know about St. Nicholas of Myra, a bishop (d. Dec. 6, 345 or 352), and the evolving legend: ...

The church, located steps way from the World Trade Center, was completely destroyed on 9/11. But this week, just ahead of the 20th anniversary, St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church will be reborn.

The legend of St. Nicholas The real St. Nicholas is thought to have been born around 280 A.D., coming up in a wealthy family in the city of Myra, which is in modern-day Turkey.

St. Nicholas was named a saint by the church on Dec. 6, which is the same day he is believed to have died in 343 A.D. The day is celebrated as a feast day.

St. Nicholas was named a saint by the church on Dec. 6, which is the same day he is believed to have died in 343 A.D. The day is celebrated as a feast day. The Dec. 6 Feast of St. Nicholas became ...

St. Nicholas Day is celebrated every year on Dec. 6, typically by filling the stockings and shoes children leave out overnight with sweets and toys. It also is a fitting date for the patron saint ...

St. Nicholas was named a saint by the church on Dec. 6, which is the same day he is believed to have died in 343 A.D., and the day is celebrated as a feast day.