St. Theotonius of Coimbra, the first Portuguese saint, stands as a fearless defender of the Holy Mass, a lover of the poor, and a bold preacher who rebuked kings and queens without fear.

Born into a noble family and destined for the priesthood from a young age, St. Theotonius became known for his eloquence, holiness, and austere life. Though repeatedly offered high ecclesiastical office, he refused worldly honor for humility and obedience to God.

He fearlessly condemned public scandal — even when royalty was present — and insisted that the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass be celebrated with reverence and never in haste. His love for the souls in Purgatory led him to offer solemn Mass every Friday, followed by processions and almsgiving for the poor.

A pilgrim to the Holy Land, prior of the Monastery of the Holy Cross, and spiritual father to kings, St. Theotonius helped shape the Catholic identity of Portugal.

When King Alfonso heard of his death, he declared:
“His soul will reach heaven long before his body touches the earth.”

In an age of compromise, St. Theotonius reminds us that reverence, courage, and charity are marks of true Catholic masculinity.

📖 Source: Lives of the Saints by Fr. Alban Butler
📅 Feast Day: February 18

0:00 Introduction
0:20 Early Life and Priesthood
0:40 Spiritual Director of Viseu
0:55 Refusal of Episcopal Honors
1:01 Devotion to the Poor and Holy Souls
1:22 Rebuking Royal Scandal
1:38 Defense of the Reverence of the Mass
2:07 Joining the Canons Regular of St. Augustine
2:24 Influence on King Alfonso
2:58 Abbot and Final Years
3:04 Holy Death of the Saint

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