Optional Memorial
Saint Peter Canisius
- Feast day
- December 21
- Patron of
- Germany and catechists
- Origin
- Dutch
Life
Peter Canisius was a Jesuit priest and Doctor of the Church who played a leading role in the Counter-Reformation in Germany. His catechisms were used for centuries in Catholic education.
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