A portrait of St. Aldegundis
St. Aldegundis
c. 630 – 684
Feast
January 30 · VII c.
Patron of
Cancer patients · Children · Eye disease, traditional
Order
Abbess / Virgin
Frankish noblewoman of the 7th century who refused marriage to consecrate herself to God; founded the double monastery of Maubeuge in modern France and served as its first abbess. Sister of St. Waldetrudis. Feast January 30.
Life & Times
Also known as: Aldegonde · Born: c. 630 · Died: 684 · From: Belgium / France.
Patronage
St. Aldegundis is invoked as the patron of cancer patients, children, eye disease, traditional. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Aldegundis, 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.