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March 16 · Optional · White

St Heribert of Cologne

(c. 970–1021) Archbishop of Cologne and chancellor to Emperor Otto III, whose body he carried home across the Alps through hostile country. He wore a hair shirt under his silks, washed the feet of the poor nightly, and spent his revenues on famine relief.

When is the feast of St Heribert of Cologne?

The feast is celebrated on March 16 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.

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When is the feast of St Heribert of Cologne?

The feast of St Heribert of Cologne is celebrated on March 16 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was St Heribert of Cologne?

(c. 970–1021) Archbishop of Cologne and chancellor to Emperor Otto III, whose body he carried home across the Alps through hostile country. He wore a hair shirt under his silks, washed the feet of the poor nightly, and spent his revenues on famine…

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