26 Sep 2026
As we enter the autumn season, did you know Pumpkin Spice has Catholic roots??
St Hildegard is the unofficial patron saint of pumpkin spice.
She was a 12th-century German Benedictine nun and is a Doctor of the Church.
She wrote about the healing powers of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
She called this mixture a spice that brings joy and calms bitterness in the mind.
This exact mix of warming spices forms the base of modern pumpkin spice.
Next time you enjoy a Starbucks, think of St Hildegard!
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