January 7
Ambrose Fernandes (1551–1620)
Jesuit religious and martyr
He traveled to the East as a merchant and, after an experience that transformed his life, entered the Society of Jesus in Japan.
Biography
Arrested for his faith, he endured imprisonment and died at Suzuta on January 7, 1620.
Practical advice
Fulfill a promise made to God or to another person today.
Example of
ConversionFaithfulness unto martyrdom