St. Winibald
Anglo-Saxon Benedictine abbot (c. 702-761), of Wessex, brother of Sts. Walburga and Willibald; with St. Walburga came to Germany to join Boniface's mission and founded the double monastery of Heidenheim, where he was abbot of the men's community. Pre-Congregation.
Life & Times
Born: c. 702 · Died: 18 December 761 · From: England / Germany.
Patronage
St. Winibald is invoked as the patron of heidenheim, missionaries, benedictines. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Winibald, 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.