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St. Bandaridus

d. c. 566
Feast
August 9 · VI c.
Patron of
Soissons · Bishops
Order
Bishop / Confessor

Frankish bishop of Soissons (c. 540) under King Clovis I and his successors; deposed for a time but later restored. Spent his exile as a humble gardener at an English monastery. Feast August 9.

Life & Times

Also known as: Bandaridus of Soissons · Died: c. 566 · From: France.

Patronage

St. Bandaridus is invoked as the patron of soissons, bishops. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.

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About Catholic Saints

Catholic saints, including St. Bandaridus, 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.