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June 7 · Optional · White
St Robert of Newminster
(c. 1100–1159) Yorkshire priest, one of the founders of Fountains Abbey, and first abbot of Newminster, which planted three daughter houses. Gentle and merciful in judgment, he was a friend of the hermit Godric, who saw his soul rise like fire.
When is the feast of St Robert of Newminster?
The feast is celebrated on June 7 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.
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When is the feast of St Robert of Newminster?
The feast of St Robert of Newminster is celebrated on June 7 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar.
Who was St Robert of Newminster?
(c. 1100–1159) Yorkshire priest, one of the founders of Fountains Abbey, and first abbot of Newminster, which planted three daughter houses. Gentle and merciful in judgment, he was a friend of the hermit Godric, who saw his soul rise like…
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