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Church of SS. Cosmas and Damian St. Frances de Sales Bishop and Doctor
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| History: Saint Frances was born
at Savoy in 1567. After being ordained a priest he labored diligently for
the restoration of Catholicism in his country. Chosen bishop of Geneva, he
showed himself a true pastor toward his clerics and the faithful,
strengthening their faith by his writings, works and example. He died at
Lyons on December 28, 1622, and was buried at Annecy on January 24th. His feast is celebrated on
January 24th. Prayer: Father, you gave Francis de Sales the spirit of compassion to befriend all men on the way to salvation. By his example, lead us to show your gentle love in the service of our fellow men. Grant this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. The Liturgy of the Hours According to the Roman Rite, Catholic Book Publishing Co., New York, (C) 1975, Volume III, pp. 1317, 1319-1320. |
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