Saint Sancha of Portugal
Also known as: Sancha of Alenquer Sanchia of…. Sancia of…. Sanctia of….; Sanchia of….; Sancia of….; Sanctia of….
Saint
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
April 11
Died
April 11, 1229
Canonized
10 May 1705 by Pope Clement XI (cultus confirmation)
Biography
Saint Sancha of Portugal, also known as Sancha of Alenquer, was born around 1180 in Portugal. She was the daughter of King Sancho I of Portugal and the sister of Blessed Mafilda and Saint Theresa of Portugal. As a princess, Sancha enjoyed a privileged upbringing, but she chose to dedicate her life to serving others through acts of charity and piety....