Francis Xavier Seelos

Priest and missionary in the United States

Francis Xavier Seelos - Priest and missionary in the United States
Born

1819
206 years ago

Died

October 4th, 1867
158 years ago — 48 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

United States

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Born in Germany, a Catholic priest became a missionary in the United States, serving mainly in the Archdiocese of Baltimore and New Orleans. Contributed to the spiritual care of the immigrant communities during the mid-19th century. Developed a reputation for ardent preaching and pastoral care. Died in 1867 in New Orleans, Louisiana, and was canonized as a saint in 1976.

Served as a priest in the United States

Provided pastoral care to immigrant communities

Canonized as a saint in 1976

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