Maximus of Évreux
Saint Maximus of Évreux | |
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Statue of Maximus (Mauxe). Collegiate church of Vernon. | |
| Bishop, Martyr | |
| Died | 4th century? Acquigny, Normandy |
| Venerated in | Roman Catholic Church Eastern Orthodox Church |
| Major shrine | Vernon, Eure |
| Feast | 25 May |
| Patronage | Vernon, Eure; invoked against drought |
Saint Maximus of Évreux (died ca. 385), called Saint Mauxe locally, is venerated as a saint by the Catholic Church and the Eastern Orthodox Church. His legend states that he was the second bishop of Évreux, and that he died a martyr at Acquigny with his brother, who was his deacon. His brother is called Venerandus (Vénérand) or Victorinus.