St. Genevieve
Patroness of Paris (c. 422-c. 500), Gallo-Roman virgin who took the veil at fifteen from Bishop St. Germanus of Auxerre; her prayers and leadership were credited with sparing Paris from Attila's Huns in 451 and her organization of food relief saved the city during Childeric's siege. Negotiated with the Frankish kings Childeric and Clovis. Pre-Congregation cultus.
Life & Times
Born: c. 422 · Died: c. 500 · From: France / Paris.
Patronage
St. Genevieve is invoked as the patron of paris, disasters, women in military service, shepherdesses. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
“Be not afraid; only persevere in fasting and prayer, and Paris will be saved.”— St. Genevieve (traditionally attributed)
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Genevieve, 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.