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July 23 · Optional · White

St Bridget of Sweden

(1303–1373) Mother of eight, lady of the Swedish court, then widow, foundress of the Bridgettines, and mystic whose Revelations were read across Europe. From Rome she pressed popes to return from Avignon; co-patroness of Europe with her daughter Catherine.

When is the feast of St Bridget of Sweden?

The feast is celebrated on July 23 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.

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When is the feast of St Bridget of Sweden?

The feast of St Bridget of Sweden is celebrated on July 23 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was St Bridget of Sweden?

(1303–1373) Mother of eight, lady of the Swedish court, then widow, foundress of the Bridgettines, and mystic whose Revelations were read across Europe. From Rome she pressed popes to return from Avignon; co-patroness of Europe with her daughter…

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