Church of Saint Philomena

Eglise Sainte-Philomène was consecrated a parish church in 1907 and christened Sainte-Philomène, a name coined by Jean-Marie Vianney, known as the Curé d'Ars, who helped spread devotion to this saint, who was canonized but whose life is not historically known.
Many Cannettans offered money or donations, but the municipality refused to participate in the undertaking. Abbé Bovis embarked on a tour of France to raise funds for its construction. "He was seen on every road, visiting towns and...