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December 18 · Optional · White
St Winebald
(c. 702–761) English monk, brother of Sts Willibald and Walburga, who joined Boniface's German mission and founded the double monastery of Heidenheim with his sister. Gout-ridden and twice near death, he governed gently and died among his monks.
When is the feast of St Winebald?
The feast is celebrated on December 18 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.
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When is the feast of St Winebald?
The feast of St Winebald is celebrated on December 18 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar.
Who was St Winebald?
(c. 702–761) English monk, brother of Sts Willibald and Walburga, who joined Boniface's German mission and founded the double monastery of Heidenheim with his sister. Gout-ridden and twice near death, he governed gently and died among his…
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