St. Francis of Sales: Quick Facts


Facts

Also Known As Francis de Sales • Saint François de Sales
Born August 21, 1567
Died December 28, 1622 (aged 55) • Lyon • France
Founder Visitandines
Role In Counter-Reformation

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Hugh Paulin Cressy
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John Calvin
John Calvin
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Engraving by Lucas Vorsterman after Peter Paul Rubens showing St. Ignatius of Loyola with a halo, hands clasped in prayer before a crucifix and open book.
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Paul III
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St. John Henry Newman
St. John Henry Newman
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Adso of Montier-en-Der
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St. Thérèse of Lisieux
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Julian of Norwich
Julian of Norwich
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