Martyr

Saint Fidelis

Saint Fidelis, a Capuchin priest, was martyred by Calvinists while preaching in the Swiss Alps.

Patron saint of Lawyers, Capuchins
Feast
April 24
Era
17th Century
Place
Seewis
Saint Fidelis portrait

At a Glance

Saint Fidelis

Feast Day
April 24
Era
17th Century
Primary Place
Seewis
Vocation
Martyr
Patronage
Lawyers, Capuchins

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Overview

Saint Fidelis

Saint Fidelis, a Capuchin priest, was martyred by Calvinists while preaching in the Swiss Alps.

Feast day: April 24

Patronage

Lawyers, Capuchins

Connected Places

  • Seewis, Switzerland: His martyrdom site
  • Feldkirch, Austria: His mission base

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