About Saint Willibrord
Willibrord was an English monk formed in Ireland who sailed with companions to evangelize Frisia in 690. Consecrated archbishop of the Frisians, he established his center at Utrecht and founded the monastery of Echternach. His mission depended on patient travel, monastic prayer, local relationships, and resilience when political changes repeatedly disrupted Christian communities.
Prayer
Pray with Saint Willibrord
God of the nations, through Saint Willibrord’s intercession, bless missionaries and the churches of the Netherlands, Luxembourg, and northern Europe. Give us resilience after setbacks, respect for local peoples, and communities rooted in prayer. Amen.
