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Saint Celina of Meaux

Saint Celina of Meaux, also known as Saint Céline, was born to a noble family and grew up in Meaux, France, during the fifth century.

Feast Day October 21

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Saint Celina of Meaux, also known as Saint Céline, was born to a noble family and grew up in Meaux, France, during the fifth century. From a young age, she felt a strong calling to religious life, and this desire was further deepened when she crossed paths with Saint Genevieve, the revered patroness of Paris. However, Celina's path to joining the religious life was not without obstacles. She was engaged to be married to a man who opposed her choice to enter religious life. Determined to follow her calling, Celina made the brave decision to flee from her betrothed and seek refuge in the local cathedral. Legend has it that as Celina and Saint Genevieve reached the doors of the cathedral, they miraculously swung open to admit them.

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