643day.year

Goeric of Metz

Frankish bishop and saint

Frankish bishop and saint
Frankish bishop venerated as a saint for his pious leadership in 7th-century Metz.
He served as bishop of Metz during the early 7th century, leading the local church through a period of political change. Renowned for his piety and charitable works, he supported the poor and educated clergy. His devotion to liturgical reforms strengthened the spiritual life of his diocese. After his death, he was venerated as a saint, and his feast day is celebrated on September 19. His legacy endures in the churches of Lorraine.
643 Goeric of Metz
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Theodore of Tarsus

(602 - 690)

English archbishop and saint

English archbishop and saint
Syrian-born archbishop of Canterbury who unified and reformed the English Church.
Born in Tarsus, he was appointed Archbishop of Canterbury in 668. He convened the Synod of Hertford to establish church canons and diocesan structures. Theodore traveled extensively across England to oversee ecclesiastical reforms. He founded schools that became early centers of learning and scholarship in Anglo-Saxon England. His leadership fostered unity among diverse English kingdoms and clergy. He is revered as a saint with a feast day on September 19.
690 Theodore of Tarsus
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Gotofredo I

archbishop of Milan

archbishop of Milan
Medieval archbishop of Milan known for his ecclesiastical leadership.
He served as Archbishop of Milan in the late 10th century, overseeing one of Italy's most important sees. He navigated tensions between the church and local nobility, strengthening ecclesiastical authority. Gotofredo supported the construction and restoration of churches in the region. He maintained correspondence with other church leaders to uphold canonical practices. Details of his tenure illustrate the complex relationship between secular and religious power. He is remembered for his devotion to the reform and administration of the Milanese church.
979 Gotofredo I