He was canonized a saint on October 17, 2010. Pope Benedict XVI declared him a saint for the Universal Church in a ceremony in Rome. He is the first member of the Congregation of Holy Cross bestowed this honor. Saint André believed in the healing power of Christ Jesus. His devotion to Saint Joseph was his guide to God’s fidelity.

St. André Bessette (1845–1937) was a brother of the Congregation of Holy Cross, which oversees the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana. Known as both a healer and for his devotion to St. Joseph, he led the effort to build Montreal’s famous Oratory of St. Joseph.

Saint André Bessette, also known as Brother André, is a significant figure in the Catholic Church, recognized for his deep faith, humility, and extraordinary healing powers. Born on August 9, 1845, in Quebec, Canada, he was canonized as a saint by Pope Benedict XVI on October 17, 2010.

André Bessette, C.S.C. (born Alfred; 9 August 1845 – 6 January 1937), commonly known as Brother André (French: Frère André) and since his canonization as Saint André of Montreal, was a lay brother of the Congregation of Holy Cross and a significant figure of the Catholic Church among French-Canadians.

In this activity pack, students will learn about the life of St. Andre and apply those lessons to their lives with fun activities. Children will also learn about sacramentals (holy medals and sacred oil). Contents: St. Andre Bessette Fact Sheet. Who was St. Andre Bessette? Colour Andre Bessette. St. Andre Says (saint quotes)

Saint André’s memorial forms the prayer of the Congregation of Holy Cross throughout our community on January 6 or, in some countries, January 7. Saint André Bessette ministered for more than 40 years at the doorway of Notre Dame College in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

Jan 6, 2025 · St. André Bessette An unlikely vocation. The superior of the Holy Cross Brothers in Montreal could not help but doubt the vocation of 25 year-old Alfred Bessette (1845-1937), who showed up at his door asking to enter religious life. The young man, orphaned at twelve, was desperately poor.

Jan 5, 2025 · BIOGRAPHY OF SAINT BROTHER ANDRÉ. Holy Cross Brother, known as "Frere Andre," has been associated with thousands of cures. He was the founder of St. Joseph's Oratory in Montreal, Canada, which is the world's largest shrine in honor of St. Joseph.

Jan 6, 2025 · Saint André Bessette was orphaned at 12, and eventually worked in the United States during the Civil War. At 25, he became a Brother of the Holy Cross.

Sep 17, 2024 · Peu d’hommes ont marqué l’histoire de Montréal avec autant de simplicité et de grandeur que Saint André Bessette. Né dans une humble famille québécoise, celui que l’on appelait simplement Frère André a su, par sa foi inébranlable et sa dévotion à Saint Joseph, apporter des miracles et des guérisons à des milliers de ...