A monk credited with bringing Christianity to Germany could become the patron saint of Devon.
St Boniface, who lived in Crediton before travelling around Europe, was born in the 7th Century and killed by a mob aged around 80 in what is now the Netherlands.
The patron saint plan was put forward by a county councillor and is supported by the bishops of Exeter and Plymouth.
Devon County Council is due to discuss the motion later.
County councillor Nick Way, who represents Crediton, described St Boniface as a “significant historic figure”, and said making him Devon’s patron saint would be “important for the county’s identity and tourism”.
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