A portrait of St. Baldwin
St. Baldwin
d. 1140
Feast
October 21 · XII c.
Patron of
Cistercian monks · Abbots
Order
Cistercian Abbot
Cistercian abbot in Italy; disciple of St. Bernard of Clairvaux. Ruled the abbey of San Pastore near Rieti. Feast August 20 (some sources October 21).
Life & Times
Also known as: Baldwin of Rieti · Died: 1140 · From: Italy.
Patronage
St. Baldwin is invoked as the patron of cistercian monks, abbots. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Baldwin, are Christians whom the Catholic Church has formally recognized as having lived lifes of heroic holiness and who now dwell with God in heaven, offering an example of faith for those still on their earthly journey. Catholics don't worship saints, but ask them to pray to God with us and for us — much as one might ask a trusted friend to pray for them — trusting that those closest to God can join their voices to ours before Him. Discover more saints in the Catholic Shop Saints section.