St. Eloi
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- Also known as St. Eligius
- Was a well-known Metalsmith
- Ransomed many slaves, built several churches, built a monastery at Solignac, & erected a major convent in Paris
- Was ordained a priest in 640
- Was installed a bishop of Noyon and Tournai
- Feast Day: December 1st
- Patron of goldsmiths, blacksmiths, & metalworkers
Information taken from Saint Eligius (catholicexchange.com)
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