Bishop

Saint Amand

Saint Amand evangelized the Franks in Flanders and founded monasteries, earning a reputation as a missionary bishop.

Patron saint of Brewers, Innkeepers
Feast
February 6
Era
7th Century
Place
Flanders
Saint Amand portrait

At a Glance

Saint Amand

Feast Day
February 6
Era
7th Century
Primary Place
Flanders
Vocation
Bishop
Patronage
Brewers, Innkeepers

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Overview

Saint Amand

Saint Amand evangelized the Franks in Flanders and founded monasteries, earning a reputation as a missionary bishop.

Feast day: February 6

Patronage

Brewers, Innkeepers

Connected Places

  • Saint-Amand-les-Eaux, France: His monastery
  • Tournai, Belgium: His episcopal see

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