The Basics: Born in England; died in 751 in England; canonized precongregation; feast day, December 12. Princess, woman religious. The Story: We talk today about how out of touch people are, texting and tweeting instead of holding face-to-face conversations. And yet, those interactions that aren’t conducted in person have a rich history in Christian support. Eadburh, or… Continue reading Wednesday’s Woman: St. Eadburh (Edburga)
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Wednesday’s People: Saints Lioba and Boniface
Note: I’m currently featuring women saints who had notable relationships with male saints–their sons, husbands, fathers, or colleagues in faith. The Basics: Lioba, born 710 in England; died 782 in Germany; feast day, September 28; canonized pre-congregation. Woman religious and evangelist. Boniface, born about 675 in England; died in 754 in the Netherlands; feast day, June… Continue reading Wednesday’s People: Saints Lioba and Boniface