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February 19 · Optional · White

St Conrad of Piacenza

(c. 1290–1351) Nobleman whose hunting fire destroyed a countryside; when a poor man was condemned for it, Conrad confessed, paid full restitution, and gave away all he had. He spent his last decades as a hermit in Sicily, famed for miracles at Noto.

When is the feast of St Conrad of Piacenza?

The feast is celebrated on February 19 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.

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When is the feast of St Conrad of Piacenza?

The feast of St Conrad of Piacenza is celebrated on February 19 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was St Conrad of Piacenza?

(c. 1290–1351) Nobleman whose hunting fire destroyed a countryside; when a poor man was condemned for it, Conrad confessed, paid full restitution, and gave away all he had. He spent his last decades as a hermit in Sicily, famed for miracles at…

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