Widowed

Saint Emma

Saint Emma, a noblewoman, devoted her wealth to the Church and the poor after her husband's death.

Patron saint of Charity, Widows
Feast
June 29
Era
11th Century
Place
Bremen
Saint Emma portrait

At a Glance

Saint Emma

Feast Day
June 29
Era
11th Century
Primary Place
Bremen
Vocation
Widowed
Patronage
Charity, Widows

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Overview

Saint Emma

Saint Emma, a noblewoman, devoted her wealth to the Church and the poor after her husband's death.

Feast day: June 29

Patronage

Charity, Widows

Connected Places

  • Bremen, Germany: Her charitable works
  • Saxony, Germany: Her origin

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