A portrait of St. Epiphanius of Pavia
St. Epiphanius of Pavia
438 – 496
Feast
January 21 · V c.
Patron of
Pavia · Bishops · Captives
Order
Bishop
Bishop of Pavia (438-496), consecrated at age 28 during the collapse of the Western Empire; renowned diplomat who interceded with Odoacer and Theodoric on behalf of his city and ransomed thousands of captives from Burgundy and Liguria.
Life & Times
Born: 438 · Died: 496 · From: Italy / Pavia.
Patronage
St. Epiphanius of Pavia is invoked as the patron of pavia, bishops, captives. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Epiphanius of Pavia, 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.