Memorial of Saint John of the Cross (U.S.A.)

Co‑founder of the Discalced Carmelites, Saint John of the Cross is known for works such as "The Dark Night of the Soul", "The Spiritual Canticle", and "The Ascent of Mount Carmel". He was canonized in 1726 and declared a Doctor of the Church in 1926, recognized as a patron of mystics, contemplatives, and Spanish poets.

His universal Memorial is October 19, it is celebrated on October 20 in the United States.

His tomb is here in Rome in the Basilica of Saints John and Paul.