Adolf of Osnabrück

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Adolf of Osnabrück
Monk and Bishop
Born 1185, Westphalia, Germany[1]
Died 30 June 1224, Osnabrück, Germany
Feast 13 February[1]
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Saint Adolf of Osnabrück (also, Adolphus, Adolph, Adolf of Tecklenburg) was a monk and bishop, who was a member of the family of Tecklenburg, counts in Westphalia.

[edit] Life

Adolf became a canon in Cologne, Germany, but then entered the Cistercian monastery, where he became known for his piety. In 1216, he was named the bishop of Osnabrück and maintained charitable programs there, dying on June 30, 1224.

[edit] Veneration

Adolf is known as the "Almoner of the Poor."[1] His feast day is 13 February.

[edit] References

  1. ^ a b c Jones, Terry. Adolphus of Osnabruck. Patron Saints Index. Retrieved on 2007-03-04.
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