Blessed Ambrose Fernandez

Also known as: Ambrogio Fernandez; Ambrósio Fernandes

Blessed

Post-Congregation

Feast Day

7 January; formerly 14 March; 6 February (Jesuits)

Born

1551 at Sisto, Portugal

Died

In 1620 from a stroke caused by abusive conditions in Suzota prison, Omura, Japan

Beatified

7 May 1867 by Pope Pius IX

Venerated

26 February 1866 by Pope Pius IX (decree of martyrdom)

Biography

Blessed Ambrose Fernandez, also known as Ambrogio Fernandez and Ambrósio Fernandes, was born in 1551 in Sisto, Portugal. He led a fascinating and inspiring life, marked by his unwavering faith and commitment to his Christian calling.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified

Beatified1867-05-07 by 7 May 1867 by Pope Pius IX

Feast Days

January 7 March 14 February 6

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