February 8
Juan Felipe Jeningen (1642–1704)
Jesuit missionary religious
German Jesuit and popular missionary, Juan Felipe Jeningen toured villages, cared for the sick and reconciled people through confession.
Biography
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.
Practical advice
Walk around an area of your community to find out about a real need.
Example of
Missionary zealPrayerConsecrated life