Blessed Oringa of the Cross
Also known as
- Christiana of the Cross
- Christine of the Cross
- 4 January as Oringa
- 10 January as Christiana
Profile
Pious farm girl who fled her home to escape an arranged marriage. Worked as a servant in Lucca, Italy then became an itinerant miracle worker in the region. Eventually returned to her birthplace, to found and lead an Augustinian convent. Known for her dedication to her prayer life.
Born
MLA Citation
- “Blessed Oringa of the Cross“. CatholicSaints.Info. 4 December 2020. Web. 28 January 2021. <>