ST. JOHN OF KANTY, PRIEST-Dec. 23

ST. JOHN OF KANTY, PRIEST
Born in Kęty, Poland, in 1390, John was a priest and professor of philosophy at the University of Krakow. He was chosen as tutor to Polish princes. With his pay he fed the poor, whom he sought in the city streets. Esteemed by all for his charity, he died during the Christmas Eve Mass of 1473.  -Dec. 23