January 13
Godfrey of Ilbenstadt
Priest and canon regular
A twelfth-century German nobleman, he renounced his privileges and turned his castle at Cappenberg into a monastery.
Biography
He later received priestly ordination and devoted himself to serving the poor and the sick.
Practical advice
Let go of something valuable today and place it at the service of others.
Example of
Life of prayerFraternal service