A portrait of St. Achillius of Larissa
St. Achillius of Larissa
d. c. 330
Feast
May 15 · IV c.
Patron of
Larissa · Bishops
Order
Bishop / Confessor
Greek bishop of Larissa in Thessaly in the 4th century, noted for his role at the First Council of Nicaea (325) where he opposed Arianism. Patron of Larissa. Feast May 15.
Life & Times
Died: c. 330 · From: Greece.
Patronage
St. Achillius of Larissa is invoked as the patron of larissa, 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. Achillius of Larissa, 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.