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January 6 · Optional · White
St André Bessette
(1845–1937) Illiterate orphan admitted to the Holy Cross brothers as a doorkeeper in Montreal. 'When I joined this community, the superiors showed me the door — and I remained forty years.' His devotion to St Joseph built the Oratory on Mount Royal.
When is the feast of St André Bessette?
The feast is celebrated on January 6 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.
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When is the feast of St André Bessette?
The feast of St André Bessette is celebrated on January 6 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar.
Who was St André Bessette?
(1845–1937) Illiterate orphan admitted to the Holy Cross brothers as a doorkeeper in Montreal. 'When I joined this community, the superiors showed me the door — and I remained forty years.' His devotion to St Joseph built the Oratory on Mount…
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