Saint Martin of Vertou
Also known as: Apostle of the Herbauges
Saint
Pre-Congregation
Feast Day
October 24
Canonized
Pre-Congregation
Biography
Saint Martin of Vertou, also known as the Apostle of the Herbauges, was born in 527 in Nantes, France, into a wealthy family that was well-known in the region. He was ordained a deacon by Saint Felix, and although he possessed great sanctity, he was noted for his lack of skill as a preacher.