The Basics: Birthdate and place unknown; died circa 1018 in England; canonized pre-congregation; feast day, March 30. Abbess.
The Story: We know little of Osburga’s time on earth, beyond that she was an abbess who was buried at what was then Coventry Cathedral. It proved to be a less than peaceful place; it was destroyed in a Viking raid and was rebuilt by Lady Godiva and her husband. Osburga’s influence continued, however; so many miracles were reported at her gravesite that a request by the townspeople, including priests, that a feast day be declared in her honor was granted. The 
disruption continued; the cathedral was the only one in England destroyed by Henry VIII. A successor church named for Osburga was completed in 1845, then was damaged in World War II bombing. Now known as the Church of the Most Holy Sacrament and St. Osburg, the structure in recent years underwent a major renovation.
What We Can Learn from Osburga: We may not know much about Osburga, but something about her presence in Coventry continues to move and inspire people today. What about your life might inspire generations to come? How can you incorporate that charism into your actions and words more frequently?
To Learn More About Osburga: Check out the site for St. Osburg’s Church in Coventry.
To Learn More About Other Women Saints and Blesseds: Come back next week, or consider buying my book, Sisterhood of Saints: Daily Guidance and Inspiration.
