Background
GRIMES, John Joseph was born on February 2, 1842 in Middlesex. Son of Richard and Elizabeth Grimes.
GRIMES, John Joseph was born on February 2, 1842 in Middlesex. Son of Richard and Elizabeth Grimes.
Studied at Colleges of the Marist Fathers in England, Fiance, and theological studies in Ireland. Doctor of Divinity.
Entered the Congregation of the Society of Mary, known as the Marist Fathers, a well-known missionary body of Priests. Ordained Priest in 1868. Was Professor, Director, and President in Colleges of the Order in England, Ireland, and America.
Was Rector of St. Mary’s, Paignton Devon. Vice-President of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Governor of the Board of Canterbury College, Christchurch, etc. S.M., Roman Catholic Bishop of Christchurch, New Zealand, since 1887.