Saint Relindis

Saint Relindis, daughter of Count Adelard of the Rhineland, lived in the early eighth century as a devoted daughter of the Church. Her life was deeply intertwined with that of her sister, Saint Herlindis, with whom she shared a profound commitment to religious life. When both sisters expressed their desire to embrace the monastic vocation, their father, Count Adelard, responded with generosity by constructing a convent for them at Maaseik (Maaseyk) on the banks of the Meuse River. This foundation became the center of their spiritual mission.

Relindis and Herlindis, guided by their shared faith, established a community dedicated to prayer, hospitality, and the care of the poor. Their convent gained renown,