A portrait of St. Zeno of Verona
St. Zeno of Verona
c. 300, traditional – c. 371/380
Feast
April 12 · IV c.
Patron of
Verona · Fishermen · Newborn children · Protection from floods
Order
Bishop
African-born Italian bishop (c. 300-c. 371/380), of Mauretanian origin, eighth Bishop of Verona from c. 362; left 93 surviving Latin homilies ("sermones") that are the earliest substantial body of preaching in Latin from northern Italy. Pre-Congregation.
Life & Times
Born: c. 300, traditional · Died: c. 371/380 · From: Verona, Italy / North Africa, possibly.
Patronage
St. Zeno of Verona is invoked as the patron of verona, fishermen, newborn children, protection from floods. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Zeno of Verona, 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.