St Jane Frances de Chantal. St Jane Frances de Chantal "was born in Dijon, in France, in 1572. She married a nobleman called de Chantal, by whom she had six children whom she brought up in the faith.…More
St Jane Frances de Chantal.
St Jane Frances de Chantal "was born in Dijon, in France, in 1572. She married a nobleman called de Chantal, by whom she had six children whom she brought up in the faith. When her husband died she placed herself under the guidance of Saint Francis de Sales and progressed rapidly along the way of perfection. She performed many good works for the poor and the sick. She founded the Order of the Visitation and guided it wisely. She died in 1641." Today, 12 August, is her feast day. Stained glass window from Baltimore Cathedral.
Source: Lawrence OP on Flickr
St Jane Frances de Chantal "was born in Dijon, in France, in 1572. She married a nobleman called de Chantal, by whom she had six children whom she brought up in the faith. When her husband died she placed herself under the guidance of Saint Francis de Sales and progressed rapidly along the way of perfection. She performed many good works for the poor and the sick. She founded the Order of the Visitation and guided it wisely. She died in 1641." Today, 12 August, is her feast day. Stained glass window from Baltimore Cathedral.
Source: Lawrence OP on Flickr