Feast of San Giuliano di Le Mans

San Giuliano di Le Mans, ora pro nobis

January 27th is the Feast of St. Julian of Le Mans, hermit, first Bishop of Le Mans (Gaul), and wonder-worker. In addition to many healing miracles, through his prayers, St. Julian is said to have vanquished a noxious dragon, brought forth a spring of water after striking the ground with his crozier, and raised the dead. Patron saint of Castrovillari in Cosenza, Calabria; Giugliano in Campania, Napoli; and Pollina in Palermo, Sicily; his cult was introduced to Southern Italy in the 11th century by the Normans.

In celebration, we’re posting a prayer to St. Julian of Le Mans. The accompanying photo comes courtesy of Father Eugene Carrella. The holy card is part of Father Carrella’s impressive collection of religious artifacts. Evviva San Giuliano di Le Mans!

Prayer to St. Julian of Le Mans

Eternal and almighty God, You wanted Saint Julian to bring the light of the Gospel to those who have gone before us; since we take the name of Christians from him, let us conform our whole life to the faith of our heart. Through Jesus Christ, Your only Son, our Lord and our God who reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, now and forever. Amen.