St. Hildegard of Bingen was a visionary, healer, musician, and mystic. She loved God, creation, and helping people with her gifts. Her feast day on September 17 is a wonderful chance to celebrate creativity, healthy living, and joy in serving God.
Here are some simple, hands-on ways to celebrate at home!
Make “Cookies of Joy”
Use our Cookies of Joy Printable to decorate pretend cookies—or bake real ones! Kids can help measure, mix, and shape cookies, then decorate them with icing, sprinkles, or edible flowers.
Enjoy German Food & Herbal Tea
Celebrate St. Hildegard’s German heritage with simple foods:
- Pretzels or soft bread
- Apples, fruit, or honey treats
Herbal tea like chamomile, mint, or fennel
As you eat, talk about how Hildegard cared for people’s health and saw God in creation.
Sing St. Hildegard Chants
Hildegard loved music and composed beautiful chants, listen to this one. Play her music in the background while you do our printable or make cookies. Music is a joyful way to honor her feast and praise God together!
