St. Theotonius of Coimbra
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Patron: Priests; Portugal; religious founders
Birth: 1082
Death: February 18, 1162
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Saint Theotonius of Coimbra was a Portuguese priest and one of the founders of the Congregation of the Holy Cross. He served the Church through prayer, preaching, spiritual direction, and a life marked by poverty and fidelity to the Gospel.
Theotonius became a trusted adviser to the Christian rulers of Portugal but remained detached from worldly honors. He helped renew religious life and cared for the poor, guiding his community toward a deeper love of Christ and the Church.
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