Saint Ambrose, Bishop and Doctor of the Church
Memorial · White · 7 December
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About this day
Ambrose was the Roman governor at Milan when the people acclaimed him bishop in 374, though he was still a catechumen. A great preacher, writer of hymns and defender of the Church's freedom, he baptized Saint Augustine. His feast falls on the anniversary of his ordination as bishop.
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From the Missal
- Entrance Antiphon — Roman Missal “In the midst of the Church…” Cf. Sir 15: 5
- Communion — Roman Missal “He who ponders the law of…” Cf. Ps 1: 2-3