February 8
Juan Felipe Jeningen (1642–1704)
Jesuit missionary religious
Practical advice
Walk around an area of your community to find out about a real need.
Biography
German Jesuit and popular missionary, Juan Felipe Jeningen toured villages, cared for the sick and reconciled people through confession. His simplicity and prayer made his sanctuary a center of Christian renewal. His life shows that holiness grows when prayer becomes concrete and persevering service.
Example of
Missionary zealPrayerConsecrated life