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Blessed Francisco Fernández Escosura

Blessed
Post-Congregation

Feast Day

3-Dec

Born

23 January 1917 in Sotiello, Asturias, Spain

Died

3 December 1936 in Madrid, Spain

Beatified

28 October 2007 by Pope Benedict XVI

Venerated

26 June 2006 by Pope Benedict XVI (decree of martyrdom)

Biography

Blessed Francisco Fernández Escosura, born on 23 January 1917 in Sotiello, Asturias, Spain, was a devoted member of the Dominicans. He led a faithful and exemplary life, fully dedicated to serving God and his fellow human beings. In his short life, he became known for his spiritual fervor and his commitment to his religious vocation.

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