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April 3 · Optional · White

St Richard of Chichester

(1197–1253) Farm boy who became chancellor of Oxford and bishop of Chichester, locked out of his own see for two years by Henry III. His prayer is still sung: to know Christ more clearly, love him more dearly, follow him more nearly, day by day.

When is the feast of St Richard of Chichester?

The feast is celebrated on April 3 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.

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When is the feast of St Richard of Chichester?

The feast of St Richard of Chichester is celebrated on April 3 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was St Richard of Chichester?

(1197–1253) Farm boy who became chancellor of Oxford and bishop of Chichester, locked out of his own see for two years by Henry III. His prayer is still sung: to know Christ more clearly, love him more dearly, follow him more nearly, day by…

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