St. John Neumann was made a saint for his exemplary life of holiness, dedication to serving the poor and marginalized, and for his work in building the Catholic education system in the United States. He is known for his humility, devotion to spreading the Gospel, and his tireless efforts in ministering to those in need.
St. John Neumann was born on March 28, 1811.
The Patron Saint Index shows no patronages but many feel he should be a patron saint of Catholic Schools as he founded over 50 of them while bishop of Philadelphia. He was a great promoter of Catholic education.
Yes, St. John Neumann had five siblings: three brothers and two sisters.
He was the first bishop of Philadelphia, PA.
Some important events in St. John Neumann's life include his ordination as a priest in 1836, his move to the United States as a Redemptorist missionary in 1836, his founding of the first Catholic diocesan school system in the U.S., and his consecration as the Bishop of Philadelphia in 1852.
St. John Neumann was a Catholic bishop.
January 5 is the feast of St. John Neumann.
Paul Neumann is not a saint but a movie star. Were you referring to St. John Neumann?
St. John Neumann was a Catholic Priest. St. John Neumann is most known for being the first American priest to be canonized.
St. John Neumann was born on March 28, 1811.
There are dozens and dozens of saints named John so you need to be specific.There is more than one St. John.Look in the related link below for more information about your question.
St. John Neumann introduced the practice in the United States.
St. John Neumann started the Forty Hours Devotion in America.
The Patron Saint Index shows no patronages but many feel he should be a patron saint of Catholic Schools as he founded over 50 of them while bishop of Philadelphia. He was a great promoter of Catholic education.
Yes, St. John Neumann had five siblings: three brothers and two sisters.
John Neumann was not a martyr. He died of natural causes - a stroke.
John Neumann was the bishop of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.