
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....