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May 20 · Optional · White
St Bernardine of Siena
(1380–1444) Franciscan preacher who revived the devotion to the Holy Name of Jesus, displayed in the monogram IHS. He criticized abuses among clergy and laity alike and was investigated three times before being vindicated.
A prayerSaint Bernardine, give us courage to preach with clarity and charity.
When is the feast of St Bernardine of Siena?
The feast is celebrated on May 20 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.
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