Saint Domnin was a 4th-century bishop originally from North Africa. Following a council in Rome in 313, he traveled with other North African bishops to evangelize various regions. He served as the first Bishop of Digne from 364 until his death in 379, and he also held the position of archbishop in Vienne. During his missionary work, he was known for preaching the gospel throughout the Italian side of the Alps and the Ubaye valley.
Life and ministry
After arriving in Rome, Domnin followed a mission from Pope Melchiades to preach in the Alpine regions. Alongside companions such as Vincent and Marcellin, he traveled from the coast toward Vercelli. In Digne-les-Bains, he focused on converting local populations to Christianity. His ministry included performing public healings and baptizing hundreds of people in a single day during his efforts to spread the faith.
Veneration
The Catholic Church recognizes him as a saint. He is commemorated in the Roman Martyrology on November 5. His legacy is tied to his role as a foundational leader in the early Christian communities of the regions he evangelized, where he served as one of the first bishops.