A portrait of St. Ursus of Aosta
St. Ursus of Aosta
d. c. 529
Feast
February 1 · VI c.
Patron of
Aosta · Clergy · Livestock, local
Order
Deacon
Irish-Frankish archdeacon of Aosta (d. c. 529), of Irish origin (some sources say Norman); reformed the Aosta clergy and built churches in the Aosta valley. Pre-Congregation.
Life & Times
Died: c. 529 · From: Aosta Valley, Italy.
Patronage
St. Ursus of Aosta is invoked as the patron of aosta, clergy, livestock, local. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Ursus of Aosta, 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.