The Basics: Born about 1062 in France; died 1137 in France; canonized pre-congregation; feast day, February 24. Ruler; woman religious. The Story: Adela was exposed to power and its workings from birth: her father was William the Conqueror. When she was about eighteen, she married Stephen of Blois. It appears the marriage worked for them both; the couple… Continue reading Wednesday’s Woman: St. Adela of Normandy