Bishop
Saint Francis de Sales
Saint Francis, Bishop of Geneva, wrote spiritual works like 'Introduction to the Devout Life,' earning Doctor of the Church status.
Patron saint of
Writers, Journalists, Deaf
- Feast
- January 24
- Era
- 17th Century
- Place
- Annecy
At a Glance
Saint Francis de Sales
- Feast Day
- January 24
- Era
- 17th Century
- Primary Place
- Annecy
- Vocation
- Bishop
- Patronage
- Writers, Journalists, Deaf
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Overview
Saint Francis de Sales
Saint Francis, Bishop of Geneva, wrote spiritual works like 'Introduction to the Devout Life,' earning Doctor of the Church status.
Feast day: January 24
Patronage
Writers, Journalists, Deaf
Connected Places
- Annecy, France: His episcopal see
- Thorens, France: His birthplace
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