St. Amator of Auxerre Biography |
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Date of Birth | 344 |
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Country of Birth | France in Europe |
Matrimony/Holy Orders | Saints who were Bishops |
Profession | Priest, Bishop |
Place of Work | France |
Date of Death | 1 May 418 |
Place of Death | France |
Feast Day | May 1 |
Beatification | |
Canonization | Canonized by Pre-Congregation |
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Saint’s Biography
Saint Amator of Auxerre was born to the upper class. He was converted to Christianity by Saint Helladius of Auxerre. St. Amator felt a call to the priesthood and studied theology, but his family objected so he had to withdraw. He was married to a woman named Martha from Langres, France. Her reputation for holiness led to the locals calling her St. Martha, both lived as brother and sister. Soon after the marriage, Martha entered religious life and St. Amator joined the clergy.
In 388 he was the bishop of Auxerre, France. During his 30 years, he converted the remaining pagans in the diocese. He ordained Saint Germanus of Auxerre and was Known as a miracle worker.
Death
He died on May 1 418 in the cathedral of Auxerre, France of natural causes and his remains destroyed during the French Revolution.
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