Blessed William Iii Of Breteuil
Also known as: Guglielmo
Blessed
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
14 July (proper of Beauvais)
Born
11th century
Died
14 July 1131 of natural causes; buried in front of the altar of Saint John at the abbey of Breteuil
Biography
Blessed William III of Breteuil, also known as Guglielmo, was a revered Benedictine monk who served as the abbot of Breteuil from 1105 until his death. He was the third William to hold this esteemed position, and during his 26-year tenure, he dedicated himself to rebuilding the abbey after it had been nearly destroyed by Norman invaders.
Cause for Canonization
Beatified
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