Blessed Benito Paradela Novoa

Blessed

Post-Congregation

Feast Day

29-Oct

Born

22 October 1887 in Amoeiró, Orense, Spain

Died

29 October 1936 in Madrid, Spain

Beatified

11 November 2017 by Pope Francis; beatification recognition celebrated at the Palacio Vistalegre Arena, Carabanchel, Madrid, Spain, presided by Cardinal Angelo Amato and Cardinal Carlos Osoro Sierra of Madrid

Venerated

23 March 2017 by Pope Francis (decree of martyrdom)

Biography

Blessed Benito Paradela Novoa, a Catholic priest, was born on October 22, 1887, in Amoeiró, Orense, Spain. He became a member of the Vincentian Congregation of the Mission, dedicated to serving the poor and marginalized. Blessed Benito's unwavering faith and commitment to his vocation led him to touch the lives of many through his pastoral work.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified

Beatified2017-11-11 by 11 November 2017 by Pope Francis; beatification recognition celebrated at the Palacio Vistalegre Arena, Carabanchel, Madrid, Spain, presided by Cardinal Angelo Amato and Cardinal Carlos Osoro Sierra of Madrid