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Blessed Diego Balmaseda López

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Post-Congregation

Feast Day

17-Aug

Born

27 August 1876 in Castuera, Badajoz, Spain

Died

17 August 1936 in Zarza Capilla, Badajoz, Spain

Beatified

16 October 2021 by Pope Francis; beatification recognition celebrated at the Cathedral of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción, Córdoba, Spain, presided by Cardinal Marcello Semeraro

Venerated

23 November 2020 by Pope Francis (decree of martyrdom)

Biography

Blessed Diego Balmaseda López was born on 27th August 1876 in Castuera, Badajoz, Spain. He grew up in a devout Catholic family and was known for his piety and love for the Church from a young age. Diego felt a strong calling to the priesthood, and he pursued his vocation with great dedication.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified
Beatified2021-10-16 by 16 October 2021 by Pope Francis; beatification recognition celebrated at the Cathedral of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción, Córdoba, Spain, presided by Cardinal Marcello Semeraro
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