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July 13 · Optional · White

St Henry

(973–1024) Duke of Bavaria, Holy Roman Emperor, and the only German king canonized. With his wife St Cunegund he founded the see of Bamberg and restored churches across the empire, ruling as a monk in armor; he once asked to be received as an oblate.

When is the feast of St Henry?

The feast is celebrated on July 13 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.

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When is the feast of St Henry?

The feast of St Henry is celebrated on July 13 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was St Henry?

(973–1024) Duke of Bavaria, Holy Roman Emperor, and the only German king canonized. With his wife St Cunegund he founded the see of Bamberg and restored churches across the empire, ruling as a monk in armor; he once asked to be received as an…

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