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June 12 · Optional · White

St John of Sahagún

(c. 1419–1479) Augustinian friar of Salamanca who resigned four benefices to hold one office honestly. Fearless preacher against the city's feuding nobles — twice assailed, once poisoned — he reconciled factions whose vendettas had ruled the streets.

When is the feast of St John of Sahagún?

The feast is celebrated on June 12 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 of Sahagún?

The feast of St John of Sahagún is celebrated on June 12 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was St John of Sahagún?

(c. 1419–1479) Augustinian friar of Salamanca who resigned four benefices to hold one office honestly. Fearless preacher against the city's feuding nobles — twice assailed, once poisoned — he reconciled factions whose vendettas had ruled the…

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