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Blessed Antonio Martínez García

Blessed

Post-Congregation

Feast Day

September 16

Born

January 29, 1892

Died

September 16, 1936

Beatified

25 March 2017 by Pope Francis

Venerated

14 June 2016 by Pope Francis (decree of martyrdom)

Biography

Blessed Antonio Martínez García, also known as Antonio García, was born on 29 January 1892 in Almería, Spain. He was a faithful servant of God and dedicated his life to the priesthood in the diocese of Almería. Blessed Antonio's unwavering commitment to his vocation led him to serve the Church and his community with great love and compassion.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified

Beatified2017-03-25 by 25 March 2017 by Pope Francis; beatification celebrated in the Palacio de Exposiciones y Congresos de Aguadulce, Almería, Spain, presided by Cardinal Angelo Amato

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