A portrait of St. Urith
St. Urith
d. c. 8th century, traditional
Feast
July 8 · VIII c.
Patron of
Devon · Victims of jealousy · Local devotion
Order
Virgin / Martyr
Anglo-Saxon virgin martyr (8th century, traditional), of Chittlehampton in Devon; killed (according to local tradition) by jealous female peasants with their scythes for converting their husbands. Patron of Chittlehampton. Pre-Congregation; biography traditional.
Life & Times
Died: c. 8th century, traditional · From: Devon, England.
Patronage
St. Urith is invoked as the patron of devon, victims of jealousy, local devotion. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Urith, 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.