Blessed Jane of Toulouse

Died 1286

Memorial:  March 31

Also known as:  Jeanne de Toulouse; Joan of Toulouse
Memorial:  31 March

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Received the Carmelite veil from Saint Simon Stock, taking a vow of perpetual chastity. Followed the rule of Saint Albert of Jerusalem. First Carmelite tertiary, and foundress of the Carmelite Third Order. Worked with the sick and poor, and trained young Carmelite friars. Very little factual information was ever recorded about her, but from the time of her death and tradition has continued that she was exceptionally gentle, pious, and dedicated.

Born:  at Toulouse, France
Died:  1286
Beatified:  1895 (cultus confirmation)