Sorry that I missed posting a Saint story yesterday -- believe me, it was a really long day! So this is for yesterday -- and for Natasha.
St. Eligius of Noyon is the patron saint of mechanics and car repair. St. Eligius lived in the 7th century. He was an extremely skillful metalsmith and was Master of the mint under King Clotaire II in Paris, France; and a trusted advisor to the King. He was known for his piety and honesty and was also known for being generous to the poor, ransoming slaves and building churches.
Eligius was ordained Bishop in 640. He was friend and counselor to many of his contemporaries who later were named Saints. As Bishop he brought many to faith by his example of charity and he also encouraged devotion to the Saints and their relics.
He was traditionally known as the patron of smiths, metal workers and craftsmen because of his metal working skill. As cars replaced horses and garages replaced smithies, St. Eligius' patronage evolved to include mechanics and gas station attendants. His feast day is December 1.
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