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Blessed Edward Burden

Blessed
Post-Congregation

Feast Day

November 29

Died

November 1, 29

Beatified

22 November 1987 by Pope John Paul II

Venerated

10 November 1986 by Pope John Paul II (decree of martyrdom)

Biography

Blessed Edward Burden, born around 1540 in County Durham, England, was a seminarian in Rheims, France, during a difficult time for Catholics in England. Despite the risks and challenges, he steadfastly pursued his vocation to the priesthood. After completing his studies, Burden returned to his homeland and was ordained as a priest in the apostolic vicariate of England.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified
Beatified1987-11-22 by 22 November 1987 by Pope John Paul II

Feast Days

November 29October 29November 22

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