Saint Edith of Aylesbury

Saint Edith of Aylesbury, also known as Edith of Bicester, was born a princess, the daughter of King Penda of Mercia. She was the sister of Saint Edburga of Bicester, and together they grew up in a devout Christian household. As a young woman, Edith felt a deep calling to dedicate her life to God, and she made the decision to become a nun....