Dom Anton Zogaj

Blessed Anton Zogaj

Blessed

Post-Congregation

Feast Day

31 December

Born

26 July 1908 in Kthellë, Mirditë, Albania

Died

31 December 1946 in Durrës, Albania

Beatified

5 November 2016 by Pope Francis; beatification celebrated at the Square of the Cathedral of Shën Shtjefnit, Shkodër, Albania, presided by Cardinal Angelo Amato

Venerated

26 April 2016 by Pope Francis (decree of martyrdom)

Biography

Blessed Anton Zogaj was born on July 26, 1908, in the village of Kthellô, located in the region of Mirditô, Albania. Not much is known about his early life and background. However, the details that have been documented reveal his exceptional dedication to his faith and his ultimate sacrifice as a martyr.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified

Beatified2016-11-05 by 5 November 2016 by Pope Francis; beatification celebrated at the Square of the Cathedral of Shën Shtjefnit, Shkodër, Albania, presided by Cardinal Angelo Amato