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August 27 · Memorial · White

St Monica

(c. 331–387) North African mother whose long years of tears and prayer brought her son Augustine to faith. She died at Ostia on the journey home, after months of conversation with her son about the eternal city.

When is the feast of St Monica?

The feast is celebrated on August 27 each year, kept as a memorial in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.

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When is the feast of St Monica?

The feast of St Monica is celebrated on August 27 each year, kept as a memorial in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was St Monica?

(c. 331–387) North African mother whose long years of tears and prayer brought her son Augustine to faith. She died at Ostia on the journey home, after months of conversation with her son about the eternal…

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