Blessed Darío Acosta Zurita
Feast Day
25-Jul
Born
14 December 1908 in Naolinco, Veracruz, Mexico
Died
Shot 25 July 1931 in his parish church in Puerto de Veracruz, Veracruz, Mexico
Beatified
20 November 2005 by Pope Benedict XVI; recognition celebrated by Cardinal José Saraiva Martins in a soccer stadium in Guadalajara, Mexico
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.
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