Story of a Saint: Peter Wu Guosheng
- USCCA Digital Communications Coordinator
- 3 hours ago
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Today is the Feast Day of St. Peter Wu Guosheng (sometimes translated as "Peter Ou"), a Chinese hotel owner who remained faithful to the Gospel in his life and in his death. As Catholic News Agency reports,
He was one of the first to convert to Christianity after missionaries arrived in his area, and he took the name Peter at his baptism. He enthusiastically preached Christianity to anyone who came by...He was sentenced to death for refusing to apostatize by stepping on a crucifix.
St. Peter Wu Guosheng was born in 1768 and died in 1814. Below, you may find a painting from his era depicting a scene of domestic comfort. We invite you to imagine what it might have been like to stay as a guest in Peter's care.
For more opportunities to learn about the history of the Church in China, we invite you to read about our upcoming 30th International Conference. USCCA programs like the Book Circle and International Conferences are made possible by supporters like you; even if you cannot participate directly, we ask that you please consider how you might contribute to our mission by way of our Annual Appeal.
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