
Saint Cathan of Bute
Also known as: Cadan; Catan; Chattan
Saint
Pre-Congregation
Feast Day
May 17
Canonized
Pre-Congregation
Biography
Saint Cathan of Bute, also known as Cadan, Catan, or Chattan, was a sixth-century bishop on the Isle of Bute, Scotland. He was born in Ireland and later became the uncle of Saint Blane, another prominent figure in early Christianity. Saint Cathan is often referred to as the bishop of Kil-Cathan, as the place where he held his episcopal seat became renowned as Kil-Cathan in his honor....