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Saint Abra
Also known as: Abre
Feast Day: 12 December; 13 December on some calendars
Born: 342
Died: 360 of natural causes
Canonized: Pre-Congregation
Biography
Saint Abra, daughter of the renowned Saint Hilary of Poitiers, dedicated her life to the service of God as a nun within the early Christian community of Poitiers, France. Born into a family deeply committed to the faith, she embraced the monastic vocation, finding her purpose in prayer, contemplation, and active evangelization. Throughout her life, Saint Abra devoted herself to spreading the Gospel message in the region surrounding Poitiers, offering her witness and support to the growing Church. Her work, conducted with humility and steadfast faith, contributed significantly to
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