March 29 – Chaplain to the Duke

Joseph Le Caron One of the four pioneer missionaries of Canada and first missionary to the Hurons (q.v.), born near Paris in 1586; died in France, 29 March, 1632 He embraced the ecclesiastical state and was chaplain to the Duke of OrlĂ©ans. When that prince died, Le Caron joined the Recollects and made his profession … Continue reading March 29 – Chaplain to the Duke