Francis Xavier, a Basque nobleman ... 1552 He was canonized in 1622 and is the patron saint of all missions.

The world continues to honour Saint Francis Xavier each year on December 3, marking the death anniversary and the end of an era that changed the face of Christianity in Asia. Known as the Patron ...

He was brought to Goa in 1554 and canonised in 1622. Today St Francis Xavier is the patron of Goa. His feast day on December 3rd is a public holiday. He is beloved by locals and is known as ...