In 1575, Auger became the personal confessor of Henry III, despite the opposition of Henry's mother Catherine de' Medici, who disapproved of Auger's pro-war stance and inflammatory rhetoric. Over the years that followed, Catherine became increasingly concerned by Auger's influence on the intensity of her son's devotional practices, fearing that he was prioritizing them over his duties as king.
In 1575, Auger became Henry III's personal confessor, despite Catherine de' Medici's opposition, who disapproved of Auger's pro-war stance and inflammatory rhetoric. Over the years that followed, Catherine grew increasingly concerned by Auger's influence on Henry's devotion, fearing he was prioritizing it over his duties as king.