Blessed Antonio Pérez Vacas
Blessed
Martyr
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
August 29
Born
April 8, 1865
Died
August 29, 1936
Beatified
16 October 2021 by Pope Francis
Venerated
23 November 2020 by Pope Francis (decree of martyrdom)
Biography
Blessed Antonio Pérez Vacas, also known as Blessed Antonio Pérez, was a Spanish Catholic priest of the diocese of Córdoba. He faithfully served the community of Pedro Abad, a town located in the province of Córdoba, Spain, during a time of great upheaval. His life was tragically cut short during the Spanish Civil War when he was martyred for his unwavering commitment to his faith.
Cause for Canonization
Beatified
Beatified2021-10-16 by 16 October 2021 by Pope Francis; beatification recognition celebrated at the Cathedral of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción, Córdoba, Spain, presided by Cardinal Marcello Semeraro
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