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Blessed Darío Acosta Zurita
Blessed Darío Acosta Zurita

Blessed Darío Acosta Zurita

Blessed
Post-Congregation

Feast Day

July 25

Born

December 14, 1908

Died

July 1, 25

Beatified

20 November 2005 by Pope Benedict XVI

Venerated

22 June 2004 by Pope John Paul II (decree of martyrdom)

Biography

Blessed Darío Acosta Zurita was a devout priest in the diocese of Veracruz, Mexico, who lived during a period of intense religious persecution in the country. Born on 14th December 1908 in Naolinco, Veracruz, Mexico, Darío demonstrated a strong sense of devotion to his faith from an early age. Known for his athletic, gentle, and charitable nature, he dedicated his life to serving God and the people of his community.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified
Beatified2005-11-20 by 20 November 2005 by Pope Benedict XVI; recognition celebrated by Cardinal José Saraiva Martins in a soccer stadium in Guadalajara, Mexico
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