Saint Bernard of Clairvaux
Born in Fontaines into a noble family, Bernard entered Cîteaux in 1113, bringing with him his brothers and many companions. Founder of the A…
Saints Calendar
August 20th
4 saints celebrated
Saint Maxe (Maximus)
Originally from Aquitaine and a former courtier, Saint Maxe withdrew into solitude before becoming abbot of Île Barbe in Lyon, then founder …
Saint Philibert (Filibert)
Saint Philibert was the founder of the great abbeys of Jumièges and Noirmoutiers in the 7th century. After courageously denouncing the crime…
Saint Samuel, Prophet and Judge of Israel
The last of the Judges of Israel and an illustrious prophet, Samuel was consecrated to God by his mother Hannah. He ensured the transition t…