Missionary

Saint Willibald

Saint Willibald was a missionary and bishop who helped spread Christianity in Germanic lands. His dedication to evangelization and pastoral care has made him a celebrated figure in Church history.

Patron saint of Missionaries, Pilgrims, Travelers
Feast
July 12
Era
8th Century
Place
Worms
Saint Willibald portrait

At a Glance

Saint Willibald

Feast Day
July 12
Era
8th Century
Primary Place
Worms
Vocation
Missionary
Patronage
Missionaries, Pilgrims, Travelers

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Overview

Saint Willibald

Saint Willibald was a missionary and bishop who helped spread Christianity in Germanic lands. His dedication to evangelization and pastoral care has made him a celebrated figure in Church history.

Feast day: July 12

Patronage

Missionaries, Pilgrims, Travelers

Connected Places

  • Worms, Germany: His missionary base

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