Tag: St John Joseph of the Cross
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John-Joseph Of The Cross
St John-Joseph (1654-1739) was born on the island of Ischia, Spain. His father sacrificed a noble future for his love of a weaver’s daughter. St John-Joseph’s early life was one of poverty, homelessness and searching for work. At the age of 16yrs, St John-Joseph joined the Franciscans wishing to live a life of poverty, austerity and…
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5th March: St John Joseph of the Cross
Featured Saint: St John-Joseph of the Cross (1654-1739) St John-Joseph was born on the island of Ischai, Spain. His father had sacrificed a noble future for his love of a weaver’s daughter. St John-Joseph’s early life was one of poverty, homelessness and searching for work. At the age of 16yrs, he joined the Franciscans wishing to…