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Blessed Bartholomew Alvarez

Blessed
Post-Congregation

Feast Day

January 12

Died

January 1, 1737

Religious Order

Jesuit

Biography

Blessed Bartholomew Alvarez, also known as Bartholomew Álvares, was a renowned Catholic missionary and martyr who dedicated his life to spreading the teachings of Christianity in distant lands. He was born near Braganza, Portugal, in an unknown year, displaying early signs of devotion and piety.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified

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