June 7
Gilberto
Abbot
Practical advice
With a spirit of service, teach a truth of faith with clarity and affection with external order and internal recollection.
Biography
He took part in the second Crusade (1147-1149). Upon his return, he had two monasteries built: one at Neuffonds for himself; another in Aubepierre for his wife and daughter. Gilbert died at Neuffonds in 1152, his wife, Saint Peronilla, becoming abbess at Aubepierre. Upon her death, Blessed Poncia, her daughter, succeeded her.
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