A portrait of St. Baithin
St. Baithin
c. 536 – 598
Feast
June 9 · VI c.
Patron of
Iona · Irish monastics
Order
Abbot / Monk
Irish Benedictine abbot of the 6th century, cousin and chosen successor of St. Columba as second abbot of Iona; ruled the monastery for only three years before his death c. 600. Feast June 9.
Life & Times
Also known as: Baithin of Iona · Born: c. 536 · Died: 598 · From: Ireland / Scotland.
Patronage
St. Baithin is invoked as the patron of iona, irish monastics. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Baithin, 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.