A portrait of St. Oduvald
St. Oduvald
d. c. 698
Feast
August 26 · VII c.
Patron of
Melrose · Abbots
Order
Abbot
Scottish abbot (d. c. 698) of Melrose (Old Mailros), where he was a monk under St. Eata in the time of St. Cuthbert; succeeded as abbot. Pre-Congregation.
Life & Times
Died: c. 698 · From: Scotland / England.
Patronage
St. Oduvald is invoked as the patron of melrose, abbots. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Oduvald, 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.