When Saint Andrew heard about his sentencing to receive crucifixion, he asked to be crucified on an x-shaped cross, as he felt unworthy to die on the same shape cross as Our Lord Jesus Christ.

Saint Andrew was greatly tortured for teaching people about Christ, however he remained strong and preached until his last breath when he was crucified.

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When Saint Andrew heard about his sentencing to receive crucifixion, he asked to be crucified on an x-shaped cross, because he felt unworthy to die on the same shape cross as Our Lord Jesus Christ.

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Below are some photos of the cross Saint Andrew was crucified on.

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Below are some photos of Holy Relics of Saint Andrew.

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In Melbourne, we are Blessed to have a portion of the Holy Relics of Saint Andrew at the Church of Saint Andrew in Nunawading.