St. Peter of Tarantaise

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Feastday: May 8
1102 - 1175

Cistercian archbishop. Peter was born near Vienne, in Dauphine, France, and joined the Cistercian Order at Bonneveaux at the age of twenty with his two brothers and father. Known for his piety, at age thirty he was sent to serve as the first abbot of Tamie, in the Tarantaise Mountains, between Geneva and Savoy. There he built a hospice for travelers. In 1142, he was named the archbishop of Tarantaise against his wishes, and he devoted much energy to reforming the diocese, purging the clergy of corrupt and immoral members, aiding the poor, and promoting education. He is also credited with starting the custom of distributing bread and soup the so called May Bread just before the harvest, a custom which endured throughout France until the French Revolution. After thirteen years as bishop, Peter suddenly disappeared. Eventually he was discovered serving as a lay brother in a Cistercian abbey in Switzerland and was convinced to return to Tarantaise and resume his episcopal duties. Trusted as an advisor by popes and kings, he defended papal rights in France and was called upon to assist in bringing about a reconciliation between King Louis VII of France and then Prince Henry II of England. Peter was canonized in 1191. He should not be confused with Peter of Tarantaise, who became Pope Innocent V.

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Raj Ambrose
1 week ago
Dear Saint,

Kindly fill the heart and mind of our holy Pope with the Holy Spirit that he restores the One True Faith among the Catholics and other Christians all over the world. Enlighten the priests to devout their life for the mission of Christ. Enable them to be obedient to the Pope in aiding him to preach the Gospel of Christ as handed over by the Apostles. Gift them with the sword of spirit to fight the free masons, kabbalists, theosophists and the like who spread the venom of anti-Christ. Empower them with the zeal for Christ and the Kingdom of Heaven and transmit the same to the faithful in their parishes. Purify the Church of the evil forces that seek to destroy the Bride of Christ. Blessed Mother, Pray for us. Amen.
Jamesok
1 week ago
St. Peter of tarantaise i firmly believe in the good work that brought to you to become a saint. Pray for my family that we may be able to do good work guided by your prayer we may received Sanctity.
Joseph Mathew
1 week ago
St. Peter of Tarantaise, Please pray for me to lead a good life withstanding all the temptations which try to pull me apart.
general unknown anonymous usmc ****
1 week ago
wed 8th may 2013:st peter of tarantaise ocso.cist pray for us!
Cindy Pass
1 year ago
Dear St. Peter,
How enriched Holy Church is due to your benevolent intervention, as well as many others you encountered during your life here.
How many more have benfitted due to your intercession in the Heavenly realms.
Pray good St. Peter, that whatever the outcome in my pending circumstance will be, that the Lord may be glorified in me and thru me and that I may in thanksgiving bless His Holy Name.
Thank you for being faithful to our Lord!
CP
Joseph Mathew
1 year ago
Dear St. Peter of Tarantaise, Please do pray for me, to lead a life that shall be a blessing to many, as your life was! Thank you.
Mona
1 year ago
Please pray for Jacob that he finds the right path and for his parents that they find the strenght to lead him. Thank you Saint Peter of Taranteise.
christie
1 year ago
St. Peter of Tarantaise, pray for us, during this blessed season of Easter, the Ascension and Pentecost. Guide us to be joyful, as Christ's gift to us in today's Gospel says, "Peace I bequeath to you, my peace I give you", and again, we hear Christ say to us, "Do not let your hearts be troubled, have faith in me". What more do we need, dear saint?
I ask for your intercession for grandson's good health, May he be freed of all physical and mental torment. Give success to my daughter's interview and grant her a healthy conception. This I ask in Jesus name. Amen.
Give me a special devotion to God the Holy Spirit. May all Christians avail themselves of the gifts of the Holy Spirit, through constant prayer. Amen.
Joseph Mathew
2 years ago
I am running a homestay at Cochin- India. St. Peter of Tarantaise is one of my favorite saints and I pray for his intercession daily.

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