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January 12 · Optional · White

St Marguerite Bourgeoys

(1620–1700) Frenchwoman who crossed to the raw colony of Montreal and opened its first school in an abandoned stable. She founded the Congregation of Notre Dame, uncloistered teaching sisters, and was the first Canadian woman canonized.

When is the feast of St Marguerite Bourgeoys?

The feast is celebrated on January 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 Marguerite Bourgeoys?

The feast of St Marguerite Bourgeoys is celebrated on January 12 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was St Marguerite Bourgeoys?

(1620–1700) Frenchwoman who crossed to the raw colony of Montreal and opened its first school in an abandoned stable. She founded the Congregation of Notre Dame, uncloistered teaching sisters, and was the first Canadian woman…

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