Who is st John southworth?

St. John Southworth was an English Catholic priest and martyr, born around 1592 in England. He is best known for his steadfast commitment to his faith during a time of intense persecution against Catholics in England. Southworth was arrested multiple times for his priestly activities and ultimately executed by hanging in 1654. He was canonized as a saint by Pope Paul VI in 1970, and his feast day is celebrated on June 27.