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August 19 · Optional · White
St John Eudes
(1601–1680) Norman missionary who preached over a hundred parish missions, nursed plague victims while living in a cider barrel to protect his confreres, founded seminaries, and pioneered devotion to the Hearts of Jesus and Mary.
When is the feast of St John Eudes?
The feast is celebrated on August 19 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.
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When is the feast of St John Eudes?
The feast of St John Eudes is celebrated on August 19 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar.
Who was St John Eudes?
(1601–1680) Norman missionary who preached over a hundred parish missions, nursed plague victims while living in a cider barrel to protect his confreres, founded seminaries, and pioneered devotion to the Hearts of Jesus and…
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