Saint Apronia (Evronia)
Sister of Saint Epvre, Apronia (or Evronia) lived first in Toul before retiring to Troyes where she died around 420. Recognized for her piet…
Iconographic attribute
shrine
19 saints
Saint Benignus of Flay
Born into the Frankish nobility, Bénigne was abbot of Fontenelle and later Flay in the 8th century. Despite the political persecutions of Ra…
Saint Calminius (Calmine)
A Duke of Aquitaine from a senatorial family in the 6th century, Calminius renounced his duties to lead a hermit's life near Tulle. He used …
Saint Domitian of Châlons
Third Bishop of Châlons in the 2nd century and successor to Donatien, Domitien was a pastor recognized for his gentleness, wisdom, and piety…
Saint Elaphius of Châlons
Bishop of Châlons in the 6th century, Elaphius was distinguished by his piety, his charity toward the poor, and his religious buildings. Sen…
Saint Eusebius of Vercelli
Bishop of Vercelli in the 4th century, Eusebius was a heroic defender of the Catholic faith against Arianism. Exiled successively to Palesti…
Saint Exuperius (Spirius)
A Roman nobleman sent by Pope Saint Clement, Saint Exupère (or Spire) became the first bishop of Bayeux. He evangelized Lower Normandy throu…
Feast of the Holy Relics (Diocese of Nevers)
The Diocese of Nevers celebrates the feast of its holy relics on October 30, bringing together numerous remains of local apostles, martyrs, …
Saint Julia of Troyes
A young Christian from Troyes vowed to virginity, Julia was taken captive to Germania by Prince Claudius in 247. She converted her master th…
Saint Maurilius
Saint Maurille, bishop and principal patron of the Diocese of Angers, was the subject of numerous relic translations between the 10th and 18…
Saint Maxe (Maximus)
Originally from Aquitaine and a former courtier, Saint Maxe withdrew into solitude before becoming abbot of Île Barbe in Lyon, then founder …
Saint Omer (Audomarus)
A monk of Luxeuil who became Bishop of Thérouanne in the 7th century, Saint Omer evangelized the Morini and fought against idolatry. Founder…
Saint Phal (Pheles)
Saint Phal was a monk known for his long retreat and numerous miracles. His relics, initially kept at the Abbey of La Celle near Troyes, wer…
Saint Roland of Chézery
A monk and later Abbot of Chézery from 1170, Roland distinguished himself by his humility, perfect obedience, and devotion to the Virgin Mar…
Saint Romana of Rome
Born in Rome in the 1st century, Romaine converted and set out to evangelize Gaul with eleven companions. Settled in Beauvais, she assisted …
Saint Silvin
Saint Silvin was an 8th-century regional bishop and disciple of Antener, who preached in Gaul-Belgica following a pilgrimage to the Holy Lan…
Saint Taurinus of Rome
A Roman nobleman whose birth was foretold by an angel, Taurinus left his homeland to evangelize Normandy in the 5th century. As the first bi…
Saint Theodard (Audard)
Born around 840 in Montauriol, Theodard became Archbishop of Narbonne in 885. A great builder and protector of the poor against Saracen inva…
Saint Valerius of Saragossa
Bishop of Saragossa from a consular family, Valerius was arrested with his deacon Vincent under Diocletian. Due to his advanced age and a sp…
Frequently asked questions
Which saints are depicted with shrine?
Saints depicted with shrine: Saint Apronia (Evronia), Saint Benignus of Flay, Saint Calminius (Calmine), Saint Domitian of Châlons, Saint Elaphius of Châlons, Saint Eusebius of Vercelli, Saint Exuperius (Spirius) and Feast of the Holy Relics (Diocese of Nevers).