Blessed César Elexgaray Otazua
Blessed
Martyr
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
October 23
Born
February 25, 1904
Died
October 23, 1936
Beatified
11 November 2017 by Pope Francis
Religious Order
Venerated
23 March 2017 by Pope Francis (decree of martyrdom)
Biography
Blessed César Elexgaray Otazua, also known as Blessed César of Spain, was a lay brother in the Vincentian Congregation of the Mission. He was martyred during the Spanish Civil War and is venerated for his faith and sacrifice.
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
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