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Saint John of Cologne
Saint John of Cologne

Saint John of Cologne

Also known as: John Heer; Jan….; Johannes….

Saint
Martyr
Post-Congregation

Feast Day

July 9

Died

July 1, 9

Canonized

29 June 1867 by Pope Pius IX

Beatified

24 November 1675 by Pope Clement X

Biography

Saint John of Cologne, also known as John Heer, Jan, or Johannes, was a devout Dominican priest who lived during a period of great persecution against Catholics in Europe. Born in the early 16th century in Cologne, Germany, he joined the Dominican order in his hometown. However, due to the intense anti-Catholic sentiment at the time, he was unable to wear his habit openly....