Remigius was elected bishop of Rheims at the age of twenty-two. He is chiefly remembered for having baptized Clovis, king of the Franks, on Christmas Day in 468. Clovis’ conversion drastically changed the history of Europe, for through Remigius, the Franks were won to the catholic faith as opposed to the doctrines of the Arians.
COLLECT
Lord God, by the teaching of your faithful servant and bishop Remigius you turned the nation of the Franks from vain idolatry to the worship of you, the true and living God, in the fullness of the catholic faith. Grant that we who glory in the name of Christian may show forth our faith in worthy deeds. We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.
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