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May 24 · Optional · White

St Vincent of Lérins

(d. c. 445) Monk of the island abbey of Lérins, former soldier, whose Commonitory gave the classic test of Catholic doctrine: what has been believed everywhere, always, and by all — with true development growing like a body, not changing into something else.

When is the feast of St Vincent of Lérins?

The feast is celebrated on May 24 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.

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When is the feast of St Vincent of Lérins?

The feast of St Vincent of Lérins is celebrated on May 24 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was St Vincent of Lérins?

(d. c. 445) Monk of the island abbey of Lérins, former soldier, whose Commonitory gave the classic test of Catholic doctrine: what has been believed everywhere, always, and by all — with true development growing like a body, not changing into something…

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