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June 5 · Memorial · Red

St Boniface

(c. 675–754) English Benedictine, 'Apostle of the Germans.' Felled the sacred oak of Thor at Geismar to prove the Christian God had no rival. Martyred while preparing converts for confirmation.

A prayerSaint Boniface, axe to false gods, give us boldness in our generation.

When is the feast of St Boniface?

The feast is celebrated on June 5 each year, kept as a memorial in the General Roman Calendar, with red vestments.

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When is the feast of St Boniface?

The feast of St Boniface is celebrated on June 5 each year, kept as a memorial in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was St Boniface?

(c. 675–754) English Benedictine, 'Apostle of the Germans.' Felled the sacred oak of Thor at Geismar to prove the Christian God had no rival. Martyred while preparing converts for…

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