Blessed James Fenn
Feast Day
12 February; 29 October as one of the Martyrs of Douai; 1 December as one of the Martyrs of Oxford University
Born
At Montacute, Somerset, England
Died
Hanged, drawn, and quartered on 12 February 1584 at Tyburn, London, England
Beatified
15 December 1929 by Pope Pius XI
Venerated
8 December 1929 by Pope Pius XI (decree of martyrdom)
Biography
Blessed James Fenn, born in Montacute, Somerset, England, embarked on a remarkable journey of faith and devotion that ultimately led him to become a Martyr for his unwavering loyalty to the Catholic Church. Notable for his commitment to his convictions, Fenn's life is a testament to his steadfastness and courage in the face of religious persecution in 16th-century England.
Cause for Canonization
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