Saint Vitonus of Verdun
Also known as
Vanne, Vaune, Vitone
Additional Memorial
12 October (diocese of Verdun)
Profile
Became a monk as a young man. Bishop of Verdun, France c.500. Converted all the residents in his diocese, wiping out paganism in the area. Founded a college for priests. Known as a miracle worker. A great Benedictine abbey in Lorraine, France was later named for him.
Died
525 of natural causes
Patronage
Verdun, France
No comments:
Post a Comment