Peter Chanel
French priest and saint
Born
July 12th, 1803
221 years ago
Died
April 28th, 1841
184 years ago — 37 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
France
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A French priest served as a missionary in Oceania. Established the Catholic Church on the island of Futuna, where significant efforts contributed to the spread of Christianity. Martyrdom occurred in 1841 due to resistance from local leaders opposed to his teachings. Canonized as a saint in 1954, he became a symbol of missionary dedication in the Pacific region.
Established the Catholic Church on Futuna
Martyred in 1841 for his missionary work
Canonized as a saint in 1954
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