Thursday 19th January 2017
St. Canute was king of Denmark. He opposed the aristocracy and kept a close association with the church in an attempt to create a powerful and centralized monarchy. Canute generously patronized several churches and supported apostolic preaching throughout Denmark. He was assassinated with the entire royal party at St. Alban’s Church, Odense because of his faith and his zeal in working for its extension in his kingdom.
Canute was buried in St. Alban’s Church which was renamed St. Canute’s Cathedral. Miracles were recorded at his tomb, and, at the request of King Erik III Evergood of Denmark, he was canonized by Pope Paschal II.
Our Father…..
School Prayer
Lord, I thank you for bringing me to another day.
May I live it completely for You,
Through you,
With You and in you. Amen
Blessed John Henry Newman, Pray for Us.
