
Saint Helen of Skofde
Also known as: Helen of Skovde; Elena…; Elin…
Saint
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
July 31
Canonized
1164 by Pope Alexander III
Biography
Saint Helen of Skövde, also known as Helen of Sköde, Elena, and Elin, was born into the Swedish nobility in the 12th century in Västergötland, Sweden. She lived during a time of great social and political upheaval, where nobles held vast power and wealth. At a young age, Helen married and became the mother of a daughter. However, tragedy struck when her husband passed away prematurely, leaving Helen widowed....