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Bl. Johann Philipp Jeningen
1642–1704 · Jesuit priest and missionary
Associated with Faith, Prayer; patronage includes No specific individual patronage securely documented..
Biography and devotion
Bl. Johann Philipp Jeningen: life, patronage, and devotion
Johann Philipp Jeningen was a German Jesuit priest whose ministry centered on preaching, teaching, the sacraments and care of pilgrims. Born near the beginning of January 1642 at Eichstätt, he entered the Society of Jesus in 1663 and was ordained in 1672.
After pastoral work at Altötting and teaching in Jesuit colleges, he was sent to Ellwangen in 1680. His life was shaped by the Spiritual Exercises and by the desire to bring people closer to Christ through patient pastoral service. He died on February 8, 1704.
The Society of Jesus identifies him as Blessed Johann Philipp Jeningen. He was beatified in 2023. His memory offers an example of perseverance in the vocation actually entrusted to a person and of generous attention to the spiritual needs of others.
Prayer
Bl. Johann Philipp Jeningen, pray for us before Jesus Christ. Ask him to strengthen our faith, grant us patience in trials, and teach us to forgive. Help us respond to suffering with compassion and serve our neighbors with courage. Bring our intentions before him according to his holy will. Amen.
Sources
Historical and ecclesial reference: Bl. Johann Philipp Jeningen — source.
At a glance
- Life dates
- 1642–1704
- Feast day
- February 8
- Vocation / order
- Jesuit priest and missionary
- Patronage
- No specific individual patronage securely documented.
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