Vitonus
Saint Vitonus (died 525), also called Vanne or Vaune, became a monk as a young man and was made Bishop of Verdun, c. 500. Vitonus converted all the pagan residents in the area, and was known for performing miracles.[1]
Saint Vitonus | |
|---|---|
| Died | 525 |
| Venerated in | Roman Catholic Church |
| Canonized | Pre-Congregation |
| Feast | November 9 |
| Patronage | Verdun, France |
Vitonus also founded a college for priests and the Benedictine abbey of Lorraine which served as the community of the Congregation of St. Vanne was later dedicated to him.[2]
References
- "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2008-08-29. Retrieved 2008-08-29.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
- http://www.catholic.org/saints/saint.php?saint_id=1865
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