Agricius of Trier

Agritius (also: Agricius ) (* 260, † after 329, according to other sources to 330-332 in Trier ) is considered the first safe detectable early Christian Bishop of Trier, as he took part in the Synod of Arles in 314.

According to tradition, he shall be appointed by Helena, mother of Roman Emperor Constantine, bishop. He is also the relics of the Apostle Matthias who had been entrusted to him by the Empress Helena, and the so-called Holy Robe, the unstitched garment of Christ ( Jn 19,23 f EU), have brought to Trier.

Agritius died in Trier and was buried in the Church of St. Maximin. Excavations have confirmed that the first Trier Cathedral dating back to his time.

Agritius is the patron saint of the diocese of Trier, also patron saint of carpenters, builders, sugar bakers, blacksmiths, tailors and butchers. He was a signatory to the Acts of the Council of Arles and is revered as a saint, his feast day is January 19th.