Saint Memmius
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Saint Memmius (French: Menge, Meinge, Memmie) is venerated as the first bishop of Châlons-sur-Marne (now Châlons-en-Champagne), and founder of the diocese.[1] According to tradition, Memmius was a Roman citizen who was consecrated by Saint Peter and sent to Gaul to convert the people there to Christianity.[2]
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Died | ~300 AD |
Venerated in | Roman Catholic Church |
Feast | 5 August |
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However, according to Flodoard, he was a contemporary of Saint Sixtus, bishop of Reims.[3] Memmius' sister, Saint Poma, is also venerated as a saint.[3]