
Saint Firminus of Viviers
Also known as: Firmin; Firmino
Saint
Pre-Congregation
Feast Day
March 29
Canonized
Pre-Congregation
Biography
Saint Firminus of Viviers, also known as Firmin or Firmino, was born into a noble Gallo-Roman family. He dedicated his life to the service of God and became a priest. In the early 6th century, he was appointed as the 12th or 13th bishop of Viviers, a town located in southern France. During his tenure as bishop, Saint Firminus played an active role in the ecclesiastical affairs of his time....