Today, St. Boniface is regarded as Winnipeg's main French-speaking district and the centre of the Franco-Manitobain community, and St. Boniface Hospital is the second-largest hospital in Manitoba.

St. Boniface, the "Apostle to the Germans," was an English missionary who courageously spread Christianity throughout what is now Germany in the 8th century. A tireless evangelist, he is remembered for his leadership in converting pagan peoples, …

Aug 5, 2014 · Saint Boniface (born as Wynfreth, l. 672-754) is one of the most famous saints in the Netherlands. He helped Pope Gregory II (r. 715-731), who was keen to convert pagan Germanic tribes, to achieve his goal, the Christianization of Europe.

Jun 10, 2024 · Boniface lived a remarkable life (accomplishing much for the gospel) and died a triumphant martyr’s death. It would fall to later generations to convert the heathen peoples of …

Jun 5, 2025 · Commissioned by the pope, Boniface fearlessly preached the Gospel, founded monasteries, and reformed the local clergy. One of his most famous acts was publicly cutting down a sacred oak tree dedicated to the god Thor, proving the powerlessness of idols and converting many onlookers.

Discover the inspiring life of Saint Boniface, his feast day, miracles, Catholic legacy, and enduring journey to sainthood.

Jun 5, 2017 · Today marks the feast day of Saint Boniface, the eighth-century 'Apostle to the Germans' who boldly brought Christianity to a pagan land. The man known today as Boniface …

Jun 5, 2025 · Saint Boniface of Mainz is often called The Apostle of Germany. Pope Gregory II named him Boniface, "doer of good," and had him spread the Faith in Germany.

Boniface was born at Crediton in Devonshire, England, in the year 680. Some missionaries staying at his father's house spoke to him of heavenly things, and inspired him with a wish to devote himself, as they did, to God.

Saint Boniface, (born 675, Wessex, Eng.—died June 5, 754, Dokkum, Frisia; feast day June 5), English missionary and reformer. Originally named Wynfrith, he became a Benedictine monk and then a priest.