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9 Things to Know About Saint Francis De Sales, Patron of Catholic Press & Doctor of the Church

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The Catholic Church celebrates the feast day of Saint Francis de Sales on January 24!Saint Francis de Sales is venerated as the patron saint of writers, journalists, and the Catholic press. During his life on earth, he often spoke about our universal call to holiness.He was born in 1567 in France.Here are nine more things to know about the life and legacy of Saint Francis de Sales, followed by a special prayer he wrote for peace.Design by Caroli…
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Saint Francis de Sales transforms every January 24th into a day of profound spiritual reflection for millions of Catholics. Born in 1567 in the Duchy of Savoy, this Bishop of Geneva dedicated his existence to spreading the faith with exceptional delicacy. The commemoration of his saintal acquires special relevance because it represents the triumph of the word over the imposition and divine love in the face of the religious conflict. His feast re…

Who was St. Francis of Sales St. Francis of Sales was born into a noble family and received an excellent education, which led him to study right in Padua. However, his religious vocation moved him to become a priest, despite the objections of his family. Ordained priest in 1593, Francis dedicated his life to preaching and caring for souls, becoming bishop of Geneva in 1602. Because he became a saint The canonization of St. Francis of Sales took …

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Quotidiano Nazionale broke the news in Italy on Friday, January 23, 2026.
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