Abbo of Auxerre facts for kids

Abbo of Auxerre was an important religious leader in France during the 800s. He was a Benedictine abbot and later became the bishop of Auxerre.

Who Was Abbo of Auxerre?

Abbo started his life in the church as a monk. Monks are men who dedicate their lives to religious service. He lived at the Abbey of Saint-Germain d'Auxerre. An abbey is a type of monastery, a place where monks live and work.

From Monk to Abbot

Over time, Abbo became the abbot of the Abbey of Saint-Germain d'Auxerre. An abbot is the leader of a monastery. This was a very important role.

Becoming a Bishop

After serving as abbot, Abbo took on an even bigger role. He became the bishop of Auxerre. A bishop is a senior leader in the Christian church. He is in charge of a specific area called a diocese. Abbo actually took over this job from his own brother, Heribald of Auxerre.

Important Events in Abbo's Life

Abbo served as bishop for some years. In 859, he decided to step down from his role as bishop. This is called resigning from his "see" (which means his bishopric).

A Meeting of Church Leaders

In 860, Abbo helped at a special meeting called a synod. A synod is a gathering of church leaders to discuss important matters. This particular synod took place in a town called Poncy.

His Passing

Abbo of Auxerre passed away on December 3, 860. He is remembered for his service as both an abbot and a bishop.

About His Sainthood

Even though he was a respected church leader, Abbo is not officially listed in the Roman Martyrology. This book is the official list of saints recognized by the Roman Catholic Church. However, his life story is included in a book called Les Petits Bollandistes, which tells about many holy people.