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July 1 · Optional · White

St Junípero Serra

(1713–1784) Majorcan Franciscan who left a university chair for the missions of Mexico and California, founding nine of the twenty-one missions from San Diego to San Francisco despite an ulcerated leg. His motto: always forward, never back.

When is the feast of St Junípero Serra?

The feast is celebrated on July 1 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.

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When is the feast of St Junípero Serra?

The feast of St Junípero Serra is celebrated on July 1 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was St Junípero Serra?

(1713–1784) Majorcan Franciscan who left a university chair for the missions of Mexico and California, founding nine of the twenty-one missions from San Diego to San Francisco despite an ulcerated leg. His motto: always forward, never…

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