Patronage
Patron Saint of Cistercian Abbot
The saint
Who to turn to
St. Alberic of Cîteaux is who the Church points to for cistercian abbot. Their full life — and the memorial kept each year — is on their own page.
The patron saintSt. Alberic of CîteauxSoonAlso invoked
Also invokedPeter of TarentaisePeter of Tarentaise was a significant figure among the Cistercian abbots, known for his leadership and monastic commitment.Also invokedElpidius the CappadocianAs an abbot, Elpidius represents the legacy of Cistercian abbots, emphasizing community and leadership.Also invokedBerhtwaldAs an Abbot and later Archbishop, Berhtwald exemplified leadership in the Church, making him a fitting patron for the role of Church leaders.Also invokedDrostanAs the founder of a monastery, Drostan exemplified the life of a Cistercian abbot, emphasizing community and prayer.Also invokedGiovanni MorosiniSt. Giovanni Morosini was a Cistercian abbot, demonstrating leadership and dedication in monastic life.Also invokedBladulfoBladulfo's commitment to monastic life aligns him with Cistercian abbots as he exemplifies the values of community and spirituality associated with this order.Also invokedPeter the VenerableAs a Cistercian abbot, Peter the Venerable exemplified monastic leadership and was instrumental in reforming his monastery.Also invokedGerard of ClairvauxAs a key figure in the Cistercian reform movement, Gerard is associated with Cistercian abbots.Also invokedBeatus of LiébanaSt. Beatus of Liébana is known for his teachings on the Book of Revelation, which emphasizes the importance of Christian doctrine, thus serving as a patron for the Christian doctrine priests.Also invokedBriocAs a 5th-century Welsh abbot, Brioc exemplified the qualities of monastic leadership and dedication that define Cistercian Abbots.Also invokedBertinAs a Cistercian abbot, Bertin exemplified the leadership qualities and dedication that define this role. His commitment to community spiritual development aligns with the legacy of Cistercian abbots.Also invokedHonoratusAs an abbot and later Archbishop, Honoratus emphasized monastic life and community, making him a natural patron for abbots.Also invokedErminoldHis role as a leader within the Benedictine order connects him with the patronage of Cistercian abbots.
Why this patronage
A guide to monastic life
Peter of Tarentaise was a significant figure among the Cistercian abbots, known for his leadership and monastic commitment.
Questions
Frequently asked
Who is the patron saint of Cistercian abbots?
St. Alberic of Cîteaux is recognized as the patron saint of Cistercian abbots, pivotal in the founding of the Cistercian order.
Why St. Alberic of Cîteaux?
He played a crucial role in establishing the Cistercian way of life, emphasizing simplicity and prayer.
Is there a patron saint of monks?
Yes, St. Alberic is also venerated as a patron saint for all monks, particularly those in the Cistercian tradition.
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