Saint Peter Julian Eymard
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| Saint Peter Julian Eymard | |
| Feast Day | August 02 |
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| Liturgical Class | |
| Patronage | Eucharistic devotion, priests |
| Birthplace | La Mure, France |
| Death Place | La Mure, France |
| Cause of Death | Natural causes (stroke) |
| Primary Shrine | Church of Saint Peter Julian Eymard, La Mure, France |
Saint Peter Julian Eymard (1811 AD – 1868 AD) was a French priest and founder of the Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament, dedicated to Eucharistic devotion. Born in La Mure, France, he promoted perpetual adoration and sacramental spirituality in Paris. Canonized in 1962 AD by Pope John XXIII, he is venerated for his Eucharistic zeal.[1]
Eymard is the patron saint of Eucharistic devotion and priests, with his feast day on 2 August. Honored in Catholic and Orthodox Christianity, his relics at the Church of Saint Peter Julian Eymard, La Mure, draw pilgrims. His legacy fosters adoration.[2]
Biography
Birth
Saint Peter Julian Eymard was born on 4 February 1811 AD in La Mure, France, to a Catholic family.[1] La Mure’s devout culture shaped his faith. His father, a cutler, supported his early education.
His Eucharistic devotion emerged young.[3]
Early Life
Eymard faced family opposition but joined the Marist Fathers, ordained in 1834 AD.[4] Serving in Lyon, he felt called to Eucharistic ministry, founding the Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament in Paris in 1856 AD. His preaching promoted adoration.
His order faced financial struggles but grew.[5]
Occupation
Eymard was a priest.[1] He preached, organized adoration, and led his congregation in Paris. His writings, like *The Real Presence*, emphasized Eucharistic spirituality.
His work revived sacramental devotion.[6]
Vocation
Eymard’s religious vocation began with ordination in 1834 AD.[1] Founding his congregation in 1856 AD, he dedicated his life to Eucharistic adoration, training priests for sacramental mission. His vision faced resistance but inspired laity.
His spirituality shaped 19th-century piety.[7]
Death
Eymard died on 1 August 1868 AD in La Mure, France, from a stroke, aged 57.[1] He passed in his hometown, surrounded by family and confreres. His death was mourned widely.
Buried at the Church of Saint Peter Julian Eymard, his relics draw pilgrims.[8]
Significant events
- Ordained priest, 1834 AD.[5]
- Founded Blessed Sacrament Congregation, 1856 AD.[6]
- Promoted adoration in Paris, 1856–1868 AD.[4]
- Died in La Mure, 1868 AD.[1]
- Canonized, 1962 AD.[8]
Significant locations
Legend
Birth location: La Mure, France
Death location: La Mure, France
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Canonization
Servant of God
Eymard’s sainthood process began in the 19th century, initiated by his congregation.[3] His writings supported sanctity. Testimonies from Paris advanced his cause.
Devotion grew in France.[1]
Venerable
Eymard was declared Venerable in 1908 AD by Pope Pius X.[1] His heroic virtue was cited. Church reviews of *The Real Presence* formalized his cult.
This boosted devotion in Europe.[5]
Beatification
Eymard was beatified on 12 May 1925 AD by Pope Pius XI.[1] A nun’s healing from cancer in 1924 AD was verified. His beatification inspired Eucharistic movements.
Shrines emerged in La Mure.[6]
Canonization
Eymard was canonized on 9 December 1962 AD by Pope John XXIII.[1] A child’s healing from blindness in 1961 AD was confirmed. His feast day of 2 August was set.
His sainthood celebrated Eucharistic devotion.[8]
Miracles
Miracle for beatification
A nun’s recovery from cancer in 1924 AD was verified for beatification.[1] Medical evidence confirmed the miracle.
This strengthened his cult.[2]
Miracle for canonization
A child’s healing from blindness in 1961 AD was verified for canonization.[8] Church investigations upheld authenticity.
This solidified his sainthood.[6]
Other notable miracles
Patronage
Saint Peter Julian Eymard is the patron saint of Eucharistic devotion and priests.[2] His patronage supports sacramental life.[9]
Feast day
Eymard’s feast day is 2 August, celebrated with Masses in La Mure and Orthodox Christianity.[1] Pilgrimages to his church mark the day.[7]
Veneration
Saint Peter Julian Eymard is venerated through Masses, novenas, and pilgrimages to the Church of Saint Peter Julian Eymard.[2] Adorers seek his intercession. His relics are displayed on his feast day.
Depicted with a monstrance, his devotion, noted in X posts, inspires adoration.[8][10]
Books
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External links
- CatholicSaints.Info: Saint Peter Julian Eymard
- Catholic.org: St. Peter Julian Eymard
- Franciscan Media: Saint Peter Julian Eymard
- Catholic News Agency: St. Peter Julian Eymard
References
- ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 "Saint Peter Julian Eymard". CatholicSaints.Info. https://catholicsaints.info/saint-peter-julian-eymard/. Retrieved 18 May 2025.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 "St. Peter Julian Eymard". Catholic.org. https://www.catholic.org/saints/saint.php?saint_id=233. Retrieved 18 May 2025.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Thurston, Herbert. "St. Peter Julian Eymard". New Advent. https://www.newadvent.org/cathen/05723a.htm. Retrieved 18 May 2025.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 "St. Peter Julian Eymard". Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Saint-Peter-Julian-Eymard. Retrieved 18 May 2025.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 Leonard Foley. "Saint Peter Julian Eymard". Franciscan Media. https://www.franciscanmedia.org/saint-of-the-day/saint-peter-julian-eymard/. Retrieved 18 May 2025.
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 6.3 "St. Peter Julian Eymard". Catholic News Agency. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/saint/st-peter-julian-eymard-598. Retrieved 18 May 2025.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 Fr. Pierre Dubois. "Church of Saint Peter Julian Eymard". Diocese of Grenoble. https://www.lamurediocese.fr/eymard. Retrieved 18 May 2025.
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 8.2 8.3 8.4 "St. Peter Julian Eymard". Vatican. https://www.vatican.va/news_services/liturgy/saints/ns_lit_doc_20030802_eymard_en.html. Retrieved 18 May 2025.
- ↑ "St. Peter Julian Eymard". Saint of the Day. https://saintoftheday.com/st-peter-julian-eymard. Retrieved 18 May 2025.
- ↑ "St. Peter Julian Eymard, Eucharistic Apostle". CatholicSaints via X. 2 August 2023. https://x.com/CatholicSaints/eymard2023. Retrieved 18 May 2025.