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June 4 · Optional · White

St Francis Caracciolo

(1563–1608) Neapolitan noble, cured of leprosy at twenty-two, who co-founded the Minor Clerks Regular with a vow refusing all office and dignity. He begged for the poor by day and kept nightly adoration, signing letters 'Francis, the least.'

When is the feast of St Francis Caracciolo?

The feast is celebrated on June 4 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.

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When is the feast of St Francis Caracciolo?

The feast of St Francis Caracciolo is celebrated on June 4 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was St Francis Caracciolo?

(1563–1608) Neapolitan noble, cured of leprosy at twenty-two, who co-founded the Minor Clerks Regular with a vow refusing all office and dignity. He begged for the poor by day and kept nightly adoration, signing letters 'Francis, the…

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