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Hemming of Turku

Hemming of Turku

Venerable monastic
May 21 · 1300–1366

Hemming of Turku (c. 1300, Uppsala — 1366, Turku) — the Venerable, archbishop. Feast day: 21 May.

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Hemming of Turku was a Swedish Roman Catholic bishop who led the diocese of Turku from 1338 until 1366. Born in Uppsala, he pursued advanced studies in theology and law at the University of Paris, where he was a contemporary of the future Pope Clement VI. After serving as a canon, he was appointed to his episcopal see and moved to Finland. He is remembered for his significant contributions to clerical education, diocesan administration, and his close friendship with Saint Bridget of Sweden.

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