Blessed John Sugar
Also known as: John Cox
Blessed
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
July 16
Died
July 16, 1604
Beatified
22 November 1987 by Pope John Paul II
Biography
Blessed John Sugar, also known as John Cox, was a remarkable Catholic priest who lived during a period of intense persecution against Catholics in England. Born around 1558 in Wombourne, South Staffordshire, England, he dedicated his life to the Church and service to others.