Bl. Francis Xavier Seelos

Blessed Francis Xavier Seelos was a German Redemptorist priest who preached in missions in the United States with St. John Neumann. He lived a simple life and was an excellent confessor, spiritual director, and homilist. He died in 1867 in New Orleans, Louisiana after caring for victims of yellow fever. “In the various places where he worked, Fr. Francis Xavier brought his enthusiasm, spirit of sacrifice, and apostolic zeal.” -Pope St. John Paul II

The National Shrine of Blessed Francis Xavier Seelos is located in New Orleans, and houses his remains, as well as his official portrait and pieces from his life.

Pilgrimage Site in the United States

• National Shrine of Blessed Francis Xavier Seelos — New Orleans, LA