Brittany

Saint Eligius, goldsmith to King Dagobert who later became bishop, embodies professional integrity and generosity towards the poor. Born around 588 near Limoges, he forged a path where excellence in work and service to the marginalized were intertwined. Known for crafting two golden thrones for King Clotaire II, he symbolizes unwavering honesty. Eligius ransomed slaves, founded monasteries, and became Bishop of Noyon, blending artisanal skill with profound faith. Patron saint of goldsmiths, blacksmiths, and mechanics, his feast day is celebrated on December 1st. His example reminds us that work well done is an act of truth and holiness.

Discover Saint Tanguy, the founding abbot of Pointe Saint-Mathieu in Finistère. Between tragic legend and faith, his life embodies repentance and mercy at the heart of spiritual Brittany.

A disciple of Saint Martin who became Bishop of Tours in the 5th century, Brice learned fidelity to God through the fire of hardship and...

Sharing to be reborn with Saint Martin, a former soldier who became a missionary bishop in the 4th century, a symbol of mercy and active charity in Christian Gaul. Discover his story, his spiritual message, and how to embody his example of sharing and faith today.