Memorial 5 January Wrote newspaper articles, two catechisms, and many works in German. First American man and first American bishop to be canonized. Born 28 March 1811 at Prachititz, Bohemia (Czech Republic) Died 5 January 1860 of a stroke at 13th and Vine Streets, Philadephia, Pennsylvania, USA Name Meaning God is gracious; gift of God (John) Beatified 13 October 1963 at Rome, Italy Canonized 19 June 1977 by Pope Paul VI
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