Blessed Claude Richard
Blessed
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
August 9
Born
May 19, 1741
Died
August 9, 1794
Beatified
1 October 1995 by Pope John Paul II
Biography
Blessed Claude Richard, also known as Claude Richard of Metz, was born on 19 May 1741 in Lérouville, Meuse, France. He chose a life devoted to God and became a Benedictine monk at the monastery in Metz, France. Following his ordination, he served as a priest, faithfully ministering to the spiritual needs of his community.