What to know about today's saint:
Redemptorist (first Redemptorist to take vows in US); immigrated to US and was ordained here; established the first parochial school system in US; consecrated bishop of Philadelphia 1852; knew 12 Slavic dialects and modern languages; wrote 2 German catechisms and a Bible history; famous for organizational ability; died while visiting the poor in Philadelphia, and on him was found a belt of sharply pointed wires, a rosary, and pieces of candy for children; inaugurated 40 Hours Devotion in US
Quote from today's saint: “I am prepared without any hesitation to leave the episcopacy. I have taken this burden out of obedience, and I have labored with all my powers to fulfill the duties of my office, and with God’s help, as I hope, not without fruit…I am much more accustomed to the country, and will be able to care for the people and faithful living in the mountains, in the coal mines and on the farms, since I would be among them.” (letter to Cardinal Barnabo)
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