Blessed Charles of Blois (29 September): Butler's Lives of the Saints

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On September 29th, we honor Blessed Charles of Blois, a holy nobleman of France, remembered for his deep faith, humility, and devotion amidst the trials of war and captivity. Born in 1320 into a royal family, Charles lived through decades of conflict over the Duchy of Brittany, endured nine years imprisoned in the Tower of London, and became known for his charity, piety, and dedication to the poor even in times of battle. Though a courageous soldier, Charles longed more for the life of a monk. His reverence for the Mass, pilgrimages to holy shrines, and works of mercy made him beloved among his people. After his death in 1364, many miracles were reported at his tomb, and his cult of veneration endured. In 1904, Pope St. Pius X confirmed the ancient devotion to Blessed Charles of Blois. 0:00 – Intro 0:11 – Early Life and Royal Lineage 0:49 – Marriage and the Duchy of Brittany 1:27 – Acts of Charity in War 2:00 – Pilgrimages and Devotion to the Mass 2:54 – Defeat and Captivity in London Tower 3:41 – Return and Continued Struggles 4:18 – Final Battle and Martyr-like Death 4:41 – Miracles and Popular Devotion 5:23 – Confirmation of His Cult by Pope St. Pius X https://sensusfidelium.com/the-lives-of-the-fathers-martyrs-and-other-principal-saints/september/ Get Butler's Lives of the Saints here: https://loretopublications.idevaffiliate.com/idevaffiliate.php?id=102&url=1 #BlessedCharlesOfBlois #LivesOfTheSaints #CatholicSaints #ButlerLivesOfTheSaints #CatholicFaith #CatholicHistory #TowerOfLondon #FrenchSaints #FeastDay #CatholicDevotion 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴 ✝️ SUPPORT THE MISSION 🙏 Donate https://sensusfidelium.com/donate-support/ 📬 Free Catholic Newsletter https://sensusfidelium.com/newsletter/ 📰 Read on Substack https://sensusfidelium.substack.com/ ──────────────────── 📺 WATCH & READ 📺 Sensus Fidelium App https://sensusfidelium.tv/ 📚 Sensus Fidelium Press https://sensusfideliumpress.com/ 👕 Official Merchandise https://sensusfidelium.com/merchandise/ ──────────────────── 🤝 PARTNER WITH US 📣 Advertise on Sensus Fidelium https://sensusfidelium.com/advertise-with-sensus-fidelium/ 🎤 Invite Steve Cunningham to Speak https://sensusfidelium.com/speaking/ ⛪ Parish Formation & Consultation https://sensusfidelium.com/for-parishes/ ──────────────────── 🌎 CATHOLIC COMMUNITY ✝️ Trusted Catholic Businesses https://sensusfidelium.com/catholic-businesses/ 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴

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• Blessing & Favor