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| | CATHOLIC ENCYCLOPEDIA: Saint Lawrence Justinian |
 | | The new prelate restored churches, established new parishes in Venice, aided the foundation of convents, and reformed the life of the canons. |
 | | The Diocese of Castello belonged to the Patriarchate of Grado. |
 | | On 8 October, 1451, Nicholas V united the See of Castello with the Patriarchate of Grado, and the see of the patriarch was transferred to Venice, and Lawrence was named the first Patriarch of Venice, and exercised his office till his death somewhat more than four years later. |
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