We can look to St. Jean de Brébeuf as a heroic martyr: an example that teaches us to be brave against the trials of life and to look to God for our courage and perseverance. St. Jean de Brébeuf was a gifted linguist so call on him for help as you learn a new language. St. Jean de Brébeuf was called by God to suffer and shed his blood, just as Jesus did.