St. Genevieve
Patron of Paris
422 - 512
St. Genevieve was born about the year 422, at Nanterre near Paris. She was seven years old when St. Germain of Auxerre came to her native village on his way to great Britain to combat the heresy of Pelagius. The child stood in the midst of a crowd gathered around the man of God, who singled her out and foretold her future sanctity. At her desire the holy Bishop led her to a church, accompanied by all the faithful, and consecrated her to God as a virgin.
When Attila was reported to be marching on Paris, the inhabitants of the city prepared to evacuate, but St. Genevieve persuaded them to avert the scourge by fasting and prayer, assuring them of the protection of Heaven. The event verified the prediction, for the barbarian suddenly changed the course of his march.
The life of St. Genevieve was one of great austerity, constant prayer, and works of charity. She died in the year 512. Her feast day is January 3rd.
She dressed in a long flowing gown with a mantle covering her shoulders, similar to the type of garments the Blessed Mother wore. One of the symbols of this saint is a loaf of bread because she was so generous to those in need.
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St. Genevieve, have mercy on those who were injured. Please ask mothre Mary to heal those who were injured. We believe God can do the impossible. Thanks for praying.
Dear Genevieve (of one month ago)
I am sorry your mother has passed on. She will live on in your heart and with the help
of Saint Genevieve will be by your side always until you are together again in heaven.
When you are feeling lonely, or need to make a decision and feel you need to talk to
someone, say a silent prayer, no matter where you are at the time, to Saint Genevieve.
I believe she will listen and will bring you comfort.
yes I believe that prayers is one of the most effective weapon to defeat the enemy especially the enemy of our soul which is a sin. prayers I do believe can change the normal things into a supernatural.
My late father always ended his letter to me with the words, "More things are wrought by prayers, than the world dreams off". St. Genevieve, your life is a great testimony to this.
she is a remarkable woman.. i hope that all girls will be able to imitate the virtues of the saints... it is our destination to become saints
St.Genevieve please pray for me and m,y family
God bless you
Amen
3rd jan 2013:st genevieve pray for us!
My mother and I are named Genevieve. We always celebrated The Feast of Saint Genevieve, Jan. 3rd. My mother went to Heaven last week. I am so sad and alone. I miss my Mother. My best friend! Please help me Saint Genevieve. I am so lost. I want my Mommy. Please help me.
Thank you.
Genevieve
my name is genevieve Also i was born on 3rd january
My name is GENEVIEVE...Wow!!!!
At my school we have all saints day event and we have to pick a saint write a report on the saint we choose draw a picture of the saint and dress up as the saint on all saints day while in church so for my saint i am choosing St.Genevieve
This is my saint i picked for my conformation!
Saint Genevieve inspires me a lot, I'm gonna choose her for my poster assignment and she's also my confirmation name :)
This is to publish my thanks to Genevieve.
it was always my dream to live in Paris, and in 2010 I was given a scholarship for six months, in the winter. Once there, I so wanted to spend the summer too, and went to the novena of St. Genevieve at the Church of Saint Etienne du Mont, which became my favorite church in Paris. Miraculously, though the exchange agreement between our universities was only for six months, it was extended for another five months, and my dream came true.
She also gave my best friend a two year job at the world bank, and cured his marital strife.
Thank you St. Genevieve! Please be with me in my life.
Thank you St. Genevieve! A special prayer for Genevieve Lancaric who is so very special! Keep her and Ivan safe and close to your heart forever! Amen!
Thank you saint Genevieve you are now my confirmation saint please pray for me
I cannot chose between St. Genevieve or St. Joan of Arc for my Confirmation name.
Definately my confirmation name
Hi st Genevieve I was sad when my Rev father gave me that name but now am enjoying the name. I am also generious but pls help me so that I can pray always.
As a father of 2 daughters, upon reading about the life of St. Genevieve, have decided to choose her for my saint for the year. Her faith, intelligence and commitment to virginity for herself and other young women is inspiring, especially today, in a world that seems to put little value on such things. I'll pray for her intercession and assistance, for both myself and family, throughout the year.