Aside from being one of the greatest preachers of the 15th century, Saint John was also known as the priest who raised an army against the Ottoman Empire. His life exemplifies what it is like to achieve holiness in serving both Church and State.
Pope Francis approved the Sainthood of an Indian martyr, Blessed Lazarus, called Devasahayam Pillai. The Congregation for the Causes of Saints announced the canonization on November 9.
