Saint David of Wales

A life of faith

David was a sixth-century priest, missionary and monastic founder in Wales. The OCA life remembers his work establishing churches in several places before he settled at Menevia in southwest Wales. There he founded a monastery shaped by the tradition of the desert fathers. He later became bishop of Menevia, the place now known as Saint David’s. His commemoration on March 1 remembers a life of teaching, church building and monastic service.

The Eastern Orthodox Church remembers saints in prayer and commemoration. Their lives offer examples for Christians learning to live their faith.

A reflection

David’s work joined teaching with building places where a community could worship. Consider one practical task that could support the life of your parish or neighborhood.

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Feast dates follow the linked source. Local calendars and commemorations may vary. Themes describe a saint’s life; quiz suggestions do not assign a baptismal patron. Discuss choosing a patron saint with your priest.