He persevered in intense worship and was reputed for his ascetic life.
Pope Michael entrusted him to manage the affairs of the church and to lead the people and direct all its property and offerings.
During his days, there was a famine, to the point that one measure of grain (a Bushel) was sold for two Dinari.
He delegated to his disciple Mark to use the money of the churches to feed the poor and satisfy their needs.
When the time of his departure drew near, he called on the priests and said to them, "On the 16th of Tubah, I was born and was also ordained Pope, and on this day also I will depart from this world."
He said to them, "The Lord Jesus Christ has chosen my disciple Fr.