
Saint Irenaeus, Bishop and Martyr
Saint Irenaeus, Bishop and Martyr
c. 135–c. 202 | Patron Saint of those who work for the unity of the Eastern and Western Churches
Invoked against Christological heresies, and by apologists and catechists | Pre-Congregation canonization
Declared a Doctor of the Church (Doctor of Unity) by Pope Francis in 2022Liturgical Color: Red