Blessed Bartolomé Cantador González
Blessed
Martyr
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
August 15
Born
June 10, 1892
Died
August 15, 1936
Beatified
16 October 2021 by Pope Francis
Venerated
23 November 2020 by Pope Francis (decree of martyrdom)
Biography
Blessed Bartolomé Cantador González was a married layman of the diocese of Córdoba, Spain, who was martyred during the Spanish Civil War. He was born on June 10, 1892, in Belalcázar, Córdoba, Spain. Despite being a layman, Bartolomé led a devout and exemplary Christian life, known for his strong faith and commitment to his family.
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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