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Jean de Lalande, SJ (July 17, 1610 - died October 19, 1646) was a Jesuit missionary at Sainte-Marie among the Hurons and one of the eight North American Martyrs. He was killed at the Mohawk village of Ossernenon after being captured by warriors.
Jean de La Lande (Birth date unknown -1646) worked as a layman with the French Jesuits on the Mohawk mission and gave his life on a mission to secure peace. He was born in the Norman seaport of Dieppe and was probably in New France by 1642.
Jean de Lalande is known for his exemplary conviction to his faith, living in alignment with the Catholic Church's teachings and ultimately laying down his life for it. Born in Dieppe, France around 1620, Jean de Lalande's early life was profoundly shaped by the teachings of the Catholic Church.
Jul 31, 2019 · St. John de la Lande Biography. St. John de la Lande was also known as Jean Lalande. He was a layman who worked with the Jesuits in North America. He was killed with ST. Isaac Jogues while on a trip to the Iroquois territory.
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LA LANDE, JEAN DE, a donné of the Society of Jesus, native of Dieppe, canonized by Pope Pius XI, 29 June 1930; killed by the Iroquois in October 1646.
Jun 19, 2017 · Saint Jean de La Lande is the only layperson among the eight Canadian martyrs. Sometimes, as Catholics, it can be tempting to think that only priests, nuns, and other religious do great deeds.
Apr 13, 2013 · Two of the Jesuit Martyrs of North America were young laymen who offered their services to the Jesuits of New France. One is St. René Goupil, a surgeon; the other is St. Jean de Lalande. Both were referred to as donnés.
