Montrocher (Guido de Monte-Rocheri), GUI DE, a Spanish theologian of some note, who flourished in the first half of the 14th century at Valencia, is noted as the author of Manipulus Curatorum, a work regarded of so much value that it was among the very first books issued after the invention of the art of … Continue reading “Montrocher”
Montreuil, Bernardin De
Montreuil, Bernardin De a French theologian, was born in Paris in 1596. He joined the Jesuits in 1624, and taught philosophy and moral theology. He died in Paris in 1646. His works are: Vie de Jesus Christ, tiree des quatre Evangelistes (1637, 4to): La Vie glorieuse de Jesus-Christ et l’etablissement de son Eglise par le … Continue reading “Montreuil, Bernardin De”
Montreuil Abbey
Montreuil Abbey A former convent of Cistercian nuns in the Diocese of Laon, now Soissons, France. Some incorrectly claim that it was the first convent of Cistercian nuns. It was founded in 1136 by Bartholomew, Bishop of Laon, and within a few years it numbered nearly three hundred. In early days the community busied themselves … Continue reading “Montreuil Abbey”
Montreuil
Montreuil Charterhouse of Notre-Dame-des-Pres, at Montreuil, in the Diocese of Arras, Department of Pas-de-Calais, France, founded by Robert, Count of Boulogne and Auvergne. The charter of foundation is dated from the chateau d’Hardelot on 15 July, 1324; the church was consecrated in 1338. The foundation, being close to Calais, was liable to disturbance in time … Continue reading “Montreuil”
Montrelais, Hugues De
Montrelais, Hugues De a French cardinal, was born at Montrelais, near Ancenis, about 1315. He early entered the service of the Church, and was made canon, and later archdeacon, of St. Peter’s at Nantes. In 1354 he was elected bishop of Nantes, but the year after he was transferred by pope Innocent VI to the … Continue reading “Montrelais, Hugues De”
Montredon
Montredon (also called Montrond), RAIMOND DE, a French prelate of some note, was born at Nismes near the beginning of the 12th century. He was in 1130 archdean of Beziers, when he was promoted to the bishopric of Agde. He was made archbishop of Arles in 1143. He died about 1155. He figured prominently in … Continue reading “Montredon”
Montreal, University of
Montreal, University of Montreal, Canada Formerly Laval University , Montreal Branch. Made independent in 14 February 1920. Conducted by the diocesan clergy. Faculties of theology, law, medicine, philosophy, letters, pure science, dentistry, arts; schools of veterinary science, pharmacy, social science, political economy and journalism, agriculture, commerce, dietetics, optometry and a poly technical school. Connected with … Continue reading “Montreal, University of”
Montreal, Quebec, Canada, city of
Montreal, Quebec, Canada, city of (French: mont real, mount royal) While New France was still in its infancy the Compagnie de Notre-Dame-de-Montreal was formed in Paris by M. Olier, founder of the Society of Saint-Sulpice, and a layman, M. de la Dauversiere. Urged by a desire to carry the Faith to the new colony, they … Continue reading “Montreal, Quebec, Canada, city of”
Montreal, Quebec, Canada, archdiocese of
Montreal, Quebec, Canada, archdiocese of Founded on 13 May 1836 as the diocese of Montreal. Elevated to the an archdiocese on 8 June 1886. Suffragan sees include Joliette Saint-Jean-Longueuil Saint-Jrme Valleyfield See also, Catholic-Hiearchy.Org archdiocese of Montreal patron saints index New Catholic Dictionary Fuente: New Catholic Dictionary
Montreal, Archdiocese of
Montreal, Archdiocese of Metropolitan of the ecclesiastical Province of Montreal. Suffragans: the Dioceses of Saint-Hyacinthe, Sherbrooke, Valleyfield, and Joliette. Catholic population, 470,000; clergy, 720, of whom 395 are secular priests. Protestant population, 80,000, composed of different sects. The diocese, separated from Quebec by Gregory XVI (1836), has a maximum length of sixty and breadth of … Continue reading “Montreal, Archdiocese of”