It is celebrated on October 25
Saint Pediment of Périgeux is a popular saint in France, especially in the Aquitaine region. He is invoked for protection against storms, lightning and accidents. He too is asked for help in overcoming difficulties and attaining sainthood.
Biography and life of Saint Pediment of Périgeux
Saint Pediment of Périgeux was born in the third century in the city of Périgueux, in France. He was the son of a noble and Christian family. At eighteen, he went to study in Rome, where he converted to Christianity. He then returned to France and was ordained a priest.
During the reign of Emperor Diocletian, Saint Fronton was arrested and imprisoned for preaching the Gospel. In jail, he and other prisoners were tortured in cruel and inhumane ways. Finally, San Frontón was beheaded in 304 AD.
Prayer to Saint Pediment of Périgeux
Saint Anthony of padua,
that you are the friend of the children,
the comforter of the afflicted,
the protection of the helpless,
the relief of the needy;
second sentence
O holy Pediment of Périgeux,
that you were one of the great saints of the Church,
we ask you to intercede before God for us.
We want to be like you, an example for others,
a beacon of hope and love.
We want to be witnesses of your faith and the power of God,
and announce to all his mercy and his love.
important things you did
– He preached against idolatry and paganism.
– He carried out evangelizing missions in France and Spain.
– He founded monasteries and convents.
– He wrote works on theology and spirituality.
– He was a prominent defender of orthodox doctrine against Arianism.