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Blessed Càndid Casals Sunyer

Blessed
Post-Congregation

Feast Day

July 29

Born

August 22, 1897

Died

July 29, 1936

Beatified

21 October 2017 by Pope

Venerated

21 December 2016 by Pope Francis (decree of martyrdom)

Biography

Blessed Càndid Casals Sunyer, a devoted member of the Claretian Missionaries, dedicated his life to the service of God and the Church. Professing his vows on 8 September 1913 in Cervera, Spain, he embraced the charism of his religious order. Following his formation, he was ordained a priest on 29 May 1920 in Zaragoza, Spain, entering the active ministry of the Gospel. Throughout his priestly life, he remained steadfast in his commitment to his vocation, serving faithfully within the Claretian community and the faithful of his diocese.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified
Beatified2017-10-21 by 21 October 2017 by Pope; beatification celebrated at the Basilica of Sagrada Familia, Barcelona, Spain, presided by Archbishop Angelo Amato

Feast Days

July 29February 1
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