Saint Milburga’s father, Merewald, son of Penda who ruled a subkingdom called Hecani (south Shropshire and Herefordshire) had been converted in 660 and had married a Christian princess. Their eldest child, Milburga, was resolved to found a monastery in her father’s kingdom. Saint Botulf, Abbot of Icheanog set up a monastery at Wimnicas (later Wenlock … Continue reading Saint Milburga – February 23rd
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Ash Wednesday -14th February, 2024
Ash Wednesday marks the start of Lent (a 40-day period of observance) which is an allusion to the separation of Jesus in the desert to fast and pray. During this time, he was tempted by the devil. The 40 days of fasting and prayer is also analogous to the 40 days during which Moses repented and fasted in response … Continue reading Ash Wednesday -14th February, 2024
St. Werburgh – February 3rd
Werburgh, a princess of Mercia (7c), exchanged her coronet for a veil early in life and became a great foundress and leader of monastic communities in East Anglia and Mercia. Her greatness in life is reflected in her veneration in death. Her holy body, jealously guarded by her monastic community in Triccingham, was given up … Continue reading St. Werburgh – February 3rd