St. Genevieve

St. Genevieve was born around 422 in Nanterre, near Paris, to parents Severus and Gerontia. At the age of seven, she met St. Germanus of Auxerre, who consecrated her as a virgin and foretold her future sanctity. After her parents' death, Genevieve moved to Paris, where she dedicated herself to prayer, fasting, and acts of charity. She became known for her piety and miracles, including her role in saving Paris from Attila the Hun in 451 by organizing a prayer vigil. Genevieve was involved in significant construction projects in Paris, such as the Basilica of Saint Denis and the Basilica of the Holy Apostles. Her feast day is celebrated on January 3. Genevieve died around 512, and her relics were later processed through Paris to invoke her intercession, notably during a severe epidemic in 1129. Although her canonization is not well-documented, her legacy as the patron saint of Paris is well-established. Throughout history, Genevieve's intercession has been invoked during natural disasters and crises, solidifying her place in French religious tradition. Her legacy continues to inspire devotion, with many churches named in her honor. Despite the lack of formal canonization records, her recognition as a saint is deeply rooted in Catholic tradition.