St. Paternus - Saints & Angels - Catholic Online

St. Paternus - Saints & Angels - Catholic Online



St. Paternus.The first 5th century saint. He followed his father's path by becoming a hermit in Wales. He founded the monastery at the great church of Paternus, and became a bishop of that region. He was known for his preaching, charity and mortifications. Scholars believe his story is an amalgam. His feast day is April 16.

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