July 11
St. Benedict
A sixth-century Italian monk who founded Western monasticism and wrote the Rule of St. Benedict — a concise guide to communal life that has governed Benedictine monasteries for fifteen centuries and shaped the entire Western Church. Through his monasteries, Benedict preserved classical learning and gave the West its civilization. He is the patron saint of Europe and monks.
Why it matters for your parish:
One of the most important figures in Western civilization — Benedict's influence on the Church, culture, and learning is incalculable. His Rule's balance of prayer and work resonates with any parish seeking an integrated faith.
Graphics for this saint are coming soon.