November 23
Columbanus, abbot
Abbot
Practical advice
During this day, prudently fulfill a responsibility that others have entrusted to you with peace, perseverance and good humor.
Biography
Columban, an Irish monk, crossed the English Channel around the year 590 and evangelized the northeast of Gaul and the Rhine River region. He settled near the region of Lorraine and founded a monastery there, subject to strict regulations. He leaves his community in full bloom and heads to Italy where he founds a new monastery (Bobbio) and dies there (615).
Example of
PrayerEvangelizationPastoral leadership