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ST. DESIDERATUS – BISHOP OF BOURGES: MAY 8

May 8, 2018 01:00 / Catholic Fun Facts

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He was the son of a wealthy couple from Soissons, France, who spent all their time and possessions in helping the poor.  They were a good influence on Desideratus, and his brothers, Desiderius and Deodatus.  All three became saints.  King Clotaire made Desideratus Secretary of State.  He was a holy man and lived a holy life despite the splendors of the royal court.  He was a good influence on the King.  He wanted to retire to a monastery, but the King reminded him to put the peoples welfare before his own.  He became Bishop of Bourges and during that time he was known as a peacemaker and wonderworker.  He was a member of the Fifth Council of Orleans and the Second Council of Auvergne.  He died May 8, 550.

 FEAST DAY:  May 8

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What biblical image provides a sense of the bishop’s pastoral service as watching over and guiding his people?

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