Angadrisma was a 7th-century abbess and saint born in Thérouanne. As the daughter of Robert I, the Bishop of Tours, she was closely related to the ecclesiastical hierarchy, being a cousin to Bishop Lambert. Following her education under Lambert and Saint Audomare, she reportedly contracted leprosy to prevent a marriage. After being healed, she entered a religious life and eventually served as the abbess of the Oroër-des-Vierges monastery. She passed away in Oroër around 695.
Life and vocation
Born in the early 7th century, Angadrisma received her training from Saint Audomare and her cousin Lambert. To avoid entering into marriage, she reportedly suffered from leprosy. Once she was cured, she dedicated herself to the religious life. She rose to the position of abbess at the monastery of Oroër-des-Vierges, where she lived until her death.
Veneration and memory
She is commemorated as a saint in the Catholic tradition on October 14. The diocese of Beauvais recognizes her as a patron. In religious art, she is often identified by her leprous skin, which serves as a reminder of her choice to pursue a monastic life over marriage.