Blessed Nikolaus Gross
Blessed
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
January 15
Born
September 30, 1898
Died
January 1, 15
Beatified
7 October 2001 by Pope John Paul II at Saint Peter’s Basilica, Rome, Italy
Biography
Blessed Nikolaus Gross was born on September 30, 1898, in Niederwenigern, a village in the Ruhr region of Germany. He grew up in a devout Catholic family and from an early age showed a strong sense of faith and social justice. Nikolaus was married and a father of seven children, which added to his deep responsibilities and commitment to his family and community.