Saint John of Beverley, Bishop of York

Catholic icon of Saint John of Beverley, Bishop of York on thick plywood 20mm, which does not sting and keeps its shape over time. Preparation with acrylic stucco and have been used acrylic colors. It has been covered with varnish to keep the colors undiluted in time and humidity. Hanging clip included on the back of the icon.  

St. John was born in Yorkshire, in 640, of a noble Saxon family. He undertook studies with St. Hilda at the monastery she founded at Whitby. St. John left Whitby and retired near the River Tyne, spending his time in prayer and meditation. However, his compassion for the people led him to leave his solitude and go to preach to the people of the area. In 687, he became Bishop of Hexham. In 705, he became Bishop of York. He organized the training and education of the young men in his area and founded Beverley Grammar School in 700. After many years St. John retired and founded a monastery at Beverley in 714. In 721, St. John died peacefully. His feast day is on May 7 and 20.