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August 21 · Memorial · White
St Pius X
(1835–1914) Village priest risen to pope who lowered the age of First Communion to the age of reason, urged frequent Communion, reformed the liturgy and canon law, and fought modernism. His motto: to restore all things in Christ. He died as the Great War began.
When is the feast of St Pius X?
The feast is celebrated on August 21 each year, kept as a memorial in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.
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When is the feast of St Pius X?
The feast of St Pius X is celebrated on August 21 each year, kept as a memorial in the General Roman Calendar.
Who was St Pius X?
(1835–1914) Village priest risen to pope who lowered the age of First Communion to the age of reason, urged frequent Communion, reformed the liturgy and canon law, and fought modernism. His motto: to restore all things in Christ. He died as the Great War…
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