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April 2 · Optional · White

St Francis of Paola

(1416–1507) Calabrian hermit and founder of the Minim friars, vowed to a perpetual Lent without meat, eggs, or milk. Summoned to France to attend the dying Louis XI, he taught the frightened king to die well and reformed the court by his presence.

When is the feast of St Francis of Paola?

The feast is celebrated on April 2 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 of Paola?

The feast of St Francis of Paola is celebrated on April 2 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was St Francis of Paola?

(1416–1507) Calabrian hermit and founder of the Minim friars, vowed to a perpetual Lent without meat, eggs, or milk. Summoned to France to attend the dying Louis XI, he taught the frightened king to die well and reformed the court by his…

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