St. Badulfus
Benedictine abbot of Ainay in Lyon, mentioned in the Proprium of Lyons. It must be noted that his historical existence is questioned by some scholars. He first appears in a 1531 missal and is absent from earlier 9th-century Lyon martyrologies. He is, however, listed as a saint in the Lyon proprium. Feast August 19.
Life & Times
Also known as: Badulf; Badulph; Badoul · Died: c. 850 · From: Ainay, Lyon, France.
Patronage
St. Badulfus is invoked as the patron of ainay, benedictine monastics. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Badulfus, are Christians whom the Catholic Church has formally recognized as having lived lifes of heroic holiness and who now dwell with God in heaven, offering an example of faith for those still on their earthly journey. Catholics don't worship saints, but ask them to pray to God with us and for us — much as one might ask a trusted friend to pray for them — trusting that those closest to God can join their voices to ours before Him. Discover more saints in the Catholic Shop Saints section.