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February 7 · Optional · White

Bl Pius IX

(1792–1878) Longest-reigning elected pope, who defined the Immaculate Conception in 1854 and convoked the First Vatican Council. He lost the Papal States and ended as the 'prisoner of the Vatican,' steering the Church into the modern age by suffering it.

When is the feast of Bl Pius IX?

The feast is celebrated on February 7 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.

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When is the feast of Bl Pius IX?

The feast of Bl Pius IX is celebrated on February 7 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was Bl Pius IX?

(1792–1878) Longest-reigning elected pope, who defined the Immaculate Conception in 1854 and convoked the First Vatican Council. He lost the Papal States and ended as the 'prisoner of the Vatican,' steering the Church into the modern age by suffering…

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