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August 12 · Memorial · White

St Jane Frances de Chantal

(1572–1641) Widowed baroness, mother of four, who under Francis de Sales founded the Visitation order for women too frail or old for existing convents. She governed eighty-six monasteries and said of prayer: the best method is to have none.

When is the feast of St Jane Frances de Chantal?

The feast is celebrated on August 12 each year, kept as a memorial in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.

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When is the feast of St Jane Frances de Chantal?

The feast of St Jane Frances de Chantal is celebrated on August 12 each year, kept as a memorial in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was St Jane Frances de Chantal?

(1572–1641) Widowed baroness, mother of four, who under Francis de Sales founded the Visitation order for women too frail or old for existing convents. She governed eighty-six monasteries and said of prayer: the best method is to have…

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