Saint of the Day: St. Nicholas of Flue, 1417-1487; became a hermit at the age of 50; survived 19 years on nothing but the Eucharist; known for his holiness and wisdom, he was regularly visited by civic leader, powerful people, and simple men and women with a variety of needs; affectionately known as "Bruder Klaus"; patron saint of Switzerland
Saint of the Day: St. Nicholas of Flue, 1417-1487; became a hermit at the age of 50; survived 19 years on nothing but the Eucharist; known for his holiness and wisdom, he was regularly visited by civic leader, powerful people, and simple men and women with a variety of needs; affectionately known as "Bruder Klaus"; patron saint of Switzerland