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Blessed John Sugar

Also known as: John Cox

Blessed
Post-Congregation

Feast Day

16 July; 29 October as one of the Martyrs of Douai; 22 November as one of the Martyrs of England, Scotland, and Wales

Born

C.1558 in Wombourne, South Staffordshire, England

Died

16 July 1604 in Warwick, Warwickshire, England

Beatified

22 November 1987 by Pope John Paul II

Venerated

10 November 1986 by Pope John Paul II (decree of martyrdom)

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.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified
Beatified1987-11-22 by 22 November 1987 by Pope John Paul II

Feast Days

July 16October 29November 22
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