Saint Mildred of Thanet, also known as Mildred von Minster and Mildthryth, was born in the seventh century as the daughter of King Merewalh of Mercia and Saint Ermenburga of Thanet. She was the sister of two other saints, Saint Milburga and Saint Mildgytha. From a young age, Mildred displayed a strong devotion to God and an inclination towards the religious life. Eager to nurture her spiritual...