Francis Xavier Kroot
Dutch missionary priest in India who founded the Sisters of Our Lady of Fatima
Who they were
Limited information is available on this saint so far. We are always working to add more, and this page will be updated as new information comes to light.
The miracles
No miracle has been approved. The cause is at its first stage.
Why that counted as sanctity
Francis Xavier Kroot, born in Zwolle in the Netherlands, was a missionary priest in India and founder of the Sisters of Our Lady of Fatima, who petitioned for his cause. It was opened in the diocese of Bellary after the nihil obstat of 25 July 2017 and he is titled Servant of God.
The cause
Francis Xavier Kroot is named a Servant of God; the cause continues. Favours received, and offers of help, go to the postulation, the office that carries the cause forward: The cause of Francis Xavier Kroot.
Checked against the sources listed on 24 September 2026. Corrections welcome.