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St. Elzéar of Sabran
Patron of Christian Nobility, Charity & Holy Marriage
A saint of noble birth who lived with humility, served the poor, governed with justice, and pursued holiness in everyday life.
Our Parish Patron • Nuestro Santo Patrono
Discover the life and witness of the saint whose name our parish carries.
Who Was St. Elzéar?
Origins
Born in Provence, France in 1285 into the noble House of Sabran, Elzéar was raised in faith, discipline and charity. Though a count and nobleman, he chose humility over privilege.
What He Did
He governed as Count of Ariano with justice and mercy, cared for the poor daily, healed the sick, and became known as a model Christian ruler.
Holy Marriage
He and Blessed Delphine lived a remarkable marriage rooted in prayer, service and holiness.
Timeline of His Life
1285
Born in Provence, France.
1298
Married Delphine of Glandèves.
1309
Became Count of Ariano.
1312–1317
Military leadership and service in Italy.
1317
Tutor to Prince Charles of Naples.
1323
Died in Paris on diplomatic mission.
1369
Canonized by Pope Urban V.
Interesting Facts
- He dined daily with twelve poor people.
- Known as warrior, diplomat and mystic.
- Practiced Franciscan poverty despite noble wealth.
- His godson became Pope Urban V.
- Feast Day: September 27.
Legacy & Patronage
Patron Saint Of
Catholic married couples, Franciscan tertiaries and Christian rulers.
His Legacy
St. Elzéar shows sainthood can be lived in marriage, leadership and charity.
“Worse things were said about Christ.”
— St. Elzéar of Sabran
¿Quién Fue San Elzéar?
Sus Orígenes
Nació en Provenza, Francia en 1285 dentro de la noble Casa de Sabran.
Su Misión
Gobernó con justicia, sirvió a los pobres y fue ejemplo de santidad.
Matrimonio Santo
Junto con la Beata Delfina vivieron un matrimonio santo centrado en Dios.
Cronología de su Vida
1285
Nace en Francia.
1298
Se casa con Delfina.
1309
Conde de Ariano.
1312-1317
Servicio militar.
1317
Tutor del príncipe Carlos.
1323
Muere en París.
1369
Canonizado.
Datos Interesantes
- Comía con doce pobres diariamente.
- Fue guerrero, diplomático y místico.
- Vivió pobreza franciscana.
- Su ahijado fue el Papa Urbano V.
- Fiesta: 27 de septiembre.
Legado y Patronazgo
Patrono De
Matrimonios, terciarios franciscanos y gobernantes cristianos.
Su Legado
Nos enseña santidad por medio del servicio y la caridad.