Saint John Francis Regis was born in France, who as a Jesuit priest, ministered to the faithful suffering from the civil strife between Catholics and Calvinists. He was a great missionary and preacher, who gave plain-spoken sermons that attracted and converted people of all faiths throughout France. He heard confessions, celebrated Mass, catechized all, and visited prisons and hospitals. St. John Francis Regis died of pneumonia on December 31.
