Frumentius of Axum

Apostle

Commemorated November 30

Our venerable and God-bearing Father, Frumentius of Axum , introduced Christianity into Abyssinia (now Ethiopia) in northeastern Africa during the fourth century. He was named the first bishop of Axum. He was later recognized as a saint and for his missionary labors became known as the Apostle of Ethiopia . He is commemorated on November 30 .

Source: OrthodoxWiki