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St. Ceadda

St. Ceadda

c. 634 – 672
Feast
March 2 · VII c.
Patron of
Lichfield · Mercia · Bishops
Order
Bishop / Missionary

Anglo-Saxon bishop and brother of St. Cedd (d. 672), founder bishop of Lichfield in Mercia; chose a humble walking ministry over horseback travel until commanded by Archbishop Theodore to ride. Feast March 2.

Life & Times

Also known as: Chad of Mercia · Born: c. 634 · Died: 672 · From: England.

Patronage

St. Ceadda is invoked as the patron of lichfield, mercia, 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. Ceadda, 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.