January 16
Fursey of Lagny
Abbot and missionary
A seventh-century Irish monk, he served as an abbot in Ireland and England and later went to Gaul.
Biography
There he founded the monastery of Lagny, which became a center of prayer, learning, and monastic life.
Practical advice
Begin a worthy task today that can benefit others for a long time.
Example of
Missionary spiritFounding communities