Rieti, Colomba of, Blessed
Rieti, Colomba of, Blessed
(1467-1501) Virgin, Dominican tertiary, born Rieti, Italy ; died Perugia, Italy . She established at Perugia a convent of which she became prioress , and saved the city from plague by offering herself as a victim. She was notable for her devotion to the Blessed Sacrament. Invoked against sorcery and temptation. Beatified , 1627. Relics at Perugia. Feast , Dominicans , 20 May .