A portrait of St. Adelaide of Burgundy
St. Adelaide of Burgundy
931 – 999
Feast
December 16 · X c.
Patron of
Empresses · Brides · Abuse victims · Widows · Large families
Order
Empress / Widow / Confessor
Holy Roman Empress (931-999), wife of Emperor Otto I and regent for her grandson Otto III; founded numerous monasteries and convents, including Selz Abbey where she retired and died. Canonized by Pope Urban II in 1097. Feast December 16.
Life & Times
Also known as: Adelaide of Italy · Born: 931 · Died: 999 · From: Burgundy / Italy / Germany.
Patronage
St. Adelaide of Burgundy is invoked as the patron of empresses, brides, abuse victims, widows, large families. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Adelaide of Burgundy, 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.