June 27
Jan Świerc and 8 companions (+ 1941–1942)
Salesian priests
Practical advice
Offer a young person an educational activity and a shared meal.
Biography
Jan Świerc and eight Polish Salesian priests continued to educate young people and care for the poor under Nazi occupation. Arrested and deported, they died between 1941 and 1942 in concentration camps. The Church recognized in his dedication a true martyrdom, lived with fidelity, hope and forgiveness.
Example of
HopeSpirit of servicePriestly life