Ciscertian bishop, also called William of Dongeon. He was born
at Nevers, France, and studied under his uncle, Peter, the archdeacon of
Soissons, before receiving ordination and appointment as a cannon of Soissons.
He helpd the same post in Paris adn then entered the monastery of Grandmont,
transferring to the Cistercian community at Pontigny. In succeeding years, he
was abbot of Fontaine-Jean, in Sens; abbot of Chalis, near Senlis; and bishop
of Bourges, receiving consecration in 1200. The last office he was compelled to
take at the behest of Pope Innocent III (r. 1198-1216). As bishop, he
distinguished himself by his austerities, concern for the poor, the defense of
the rights of the Church against the French crown, and his success in
converting many members of the Albigensian heresy. He was canonized by Pope
Honorius III (r. 1216-1227).
Jonathan Fabian Ginunggil,
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