Today's Saint (November 4): Charles Borromeo, Bishop & Confessor

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Charles Borromeo (1538-1584) was one of the chief reformers of the Roman Church during the 16th century. His devout faith, intelligence and hard work helped in the success of the Council of Trent, which was instrumental in addressing abuses in the Church.

Concerned about the moral lapses of clergy, as well as the lack of religious knowledge among the laity, he established seminaries and a confraternity to teach Christian doctrine to Sunday school children.

He also held synods and councils, established several colleges, and is the patron of bishops, catechists, seminarians and spiritual directors.

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Books Worth Considering
The Concise Oxford Dictionary of the Christian Church
Oxford Dictionary of the Christian Church
The Concise Oxford Dictionary of the Christian Church
The Oxford Dictionary of Saints (Oxford Paperback Reference)
The Penguin Dictionary of Saints: Third Edition (Dictionary, Penguin)

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