Blessed Godfrey Of Cappenberg
Also known as: Godfrey of Ilbenstadt; Godfrey of Kappenberg; Gaufrid…; Geoffrey…; Geoffroy…; Geofroi…; Gioffredo…; Godefrid…; Godefridus…; Godefroid…; Godfrey…; Goffredo…; Goffrey…; Gofrido…; Gotfrid…; Gothofred…; Gottfrid…; Gottfried…; Jeffrey…
Feast Day
January 14
Died
January 13, 1127
Burial
churches in Ilbenstadt and Cappenberg, Germany
Biography
Blessed Godfrey of Cappenberg, a nobleman of illustrious lineage descended from Charlemagne through his father and the dukes of Swabia through his mother, lived as a wealthy count in Westphalia with extensive lands. Married to a noblewoman, he initially led a life of secular privilege. However, his path transformed profoundly through the influence of Saint Norbert of Xanten, who brought him to an active faith. Resolving to dedicate his life to God, Godfrey courageously turned his castle into a
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