Carlo Bascapè
Carlo Bascapè (1550-1615) was an Italian Barnabite bishop, a close collaborator of Saint Charles Borromeo, and a key figure of the Catholic Reformatio…
First name and chronology
Jean-François
3 saints and blesseds bear the name Jean-François, between 1485 and 1732; the most famous is John Francis Regis, celebrated on June 16th.
Chronology of the name Jean-François
Dated figures are ordered from earliest to latest.
- 1485-1550 Carlo Bascapè Carlo Bascapè (1550-1615) was an Italian Barnabite bishop, a close collaborator of Saint Charles Borromeo, and a key fig…
- 1597-1700 Saint John Francis Regis A 17th-century Jesuit priest, Jean-François Régis dedicated his life to the evangelization of the Vivarais and Velay cou…
- 1672-1732 François Gaschon François Gaschon (1732-1815) was a French priest, missionary in the Auvergne countryside, and chaplain of the Ambert Hos…
All records linked to Jean-François
Saint John Francis Regis
A 17th-century Jesuit priest, Jean-François Régis dedicated his life to the evangelization of the Vivarais and Velay countryside. Known as the Apostle…
François Gaschon
François Gaschon (1732-1815) was a French priest, missionary in the Auvergne countryside, and chaplain of the Ambert Hospice, recognized as Venerable …
Frequently asked questions
When is Saint Jean-François's feast day?
The feast of Jean-François is celebrated on June 16th, in memory of John Francis Regis.
How many saints are named Jean-François?
3 saints and blesseds bear the name Jean-François, including John Francis Regis, Carlo Bascapè and François Gaschon.
Who is the most famous saint named Jean-François?
The most famous saint named Jean-François is John Francis Regis (17th century).