A portrait of St. Venerius of Milan
St. Venerius of Milan
d. 409
Feast
May 4 · V c.
Patron of
Milan · Bishops
Order
Bishop
Italian bishop (d. 409), Bishop of Milan from 401, successor of St. Simplician; defended St. John Chrysostom against his Eastern enemies. Pre-Congregation.
Life & Times
Died: 409 · From: Milan, Italy.
Patronage
St. Venerius of Milan is invoked as the patron of milan, bishops. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Venerius of Milan, 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.