A portrait of St. Virgilius of Arles
St. Virgilius of Arles
d. 610
Feast
March 5 · VII c.
Patron of
Arles · Bishops
Order
Bishop
Frankish-Gallic archbishop (d. 610), of Aquitaine, Archbishop of Arles from 588; corresponded with Pope Gregory the Great, who entrusted him with the Augustinian mission to England (596). Pre-Congregation.
Life & Times
Died: 610 · From: Arles, France.
Patronage
St. Virgilius of Arles is invoked as the patron of arles, 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. Virgilius of Arles, 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.