Saint Faustus of Riez
Originally from Great Britain, Faustus was the third abbot of Lérins before becoming Bishop of Riez in 461. A great theologian and defender …
Patronage
Riez
3 saints
Saint Maximus of Riez
Born around 388 in Provence, Maximus was the second abbot of Lérins before becoming Bishop of Riez in 434 despite his great humility. He dis…
Saint Thecla of Iconium
A noblewoman from Iconium converted by Saint Paul, Thecla renounced marriage for Christian virginity. She miraculously survived multiple tor…