Saint Francis de Sales

Born: 1567 in France

Died: 1622

Patron saint of Catholic writers and journalists.

Converted tens of thousands of people back to Christianity during the Protestant Reformation.

Wrote pamphlets about the true teachings of the Catholic Church to convince people to return to the Church, and wrote letters to many people to help guide their faith.

Taught that ordinary people, not just priests and nuns, could achieve holiness in their daily lives.

Said, “Have patience with all things, but, first of all with yourself.”