July 9
Theodorico Enden and Nicasio Jansen (+1572)
Martyrs
These Franciscans are part of the so-called “martyrs of Gorcum”.
Biography
They were hanged with seventeen other Dutch priests by their Calvinist compatriots on July 9, 1572 at Briel, near Gorcum, Holland.
Practical advice
Trusting in God's grace, give up a comfort to remain faithful to your conscience without leaving for tomorrow the good that you can do today.
Example of
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