A portrait of St. Nonna of Nazianzus
St. Nonna of Nazianzus
c. 305 – 374
Feast
August 5 · IV c.
Patron of
Mothers · Wives · Converts
Order
Matron
Cappadocian Christian matron (c. 305-374), wife of St. Gregory the Elder (whom she converted from a heretical sect) and mother of Sts. Gregory Nazianzen, Caesarius, and Gorgonia. Subject of her son Gregory's eulogies and elegies. Pre-Congregation.
Life & Times
Born: c. 305 · Died: 374 · From: Cappadocia / Turkey.
Patronage
St. Nonna of Nazianzus is invoked as the patron of mothers, wives, converts. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Nonna of Nazianzus, 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.