Stanislaus Papczyński

Polish priest and saint recognized for founding the Congregation of the Founding of the Holy Cross

Stanislaus Papczyński - Polish priest and saint recognized for founding the Congregation of the Founding of the Holy Cross
Born

May 18th, 1631
393 years ago

Died

September 17th, 1701
323 years ago — 70 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Poland

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Born in 1631, started a religious order focusing on the education of youth and spiritual renewal. Established the Congregation of the Founding of the Holy Cross in 1675. Contributed to the spread of Marian devotion and was deeply involved in preaching and pastoral care. Canonized by Pope John Paul II in 1992, affirming the religious significance of his work and the impact of his spiritual teachings.

Founded the Congregation of the Founding of the Holy Cross

Canonized as a saint in 1992

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