Ursus of Aosta (; ; fl. 6th century) was an Italian evangelist of the 6th century, today venerated as a saint. His feast day is February 1.
Biography Originally thought to have been of Irish origin, historians seem to agree that he came from the Val d’Aosta."The Cloister of Sant’Orso in Aosta", Cenobium He became a monk at the Abbey of San Giusto in Aosta."The Fair of Saint Orso, Aosta’s biggest celebration", L'Italo Americano, January 23, 2024 Ursus was later appointed archdeacon for (in Italian, San Giocondo; in French, Saint Joconde), bishop of Aosta. He built the Church of San Lorenzo, which became the Collegiate church of Saint Ursus in Aosta. He evangelized the region of Digne and was an opponent of Arianism.
Patronage Ursus is a patron saint of Burano.Stracke, Richard. "The Saints Named Ursus in Art", Christian Iconography
The Fiera di Sant’Orso in Aosta is held annually on January 30th and 31st.Monchiero, Alessandro. "The Fair of Saint Ursus in Aosta", Specchio di La Stampa, January 13, 2001
References
External links St. Ursus of Aosta - Catholic Online