Blessed Francisco López Navarette
Feast Day
28-Aug
Born
2 March 1892 in Villanueva del Arzobispo, Jaén, Spain
Died
Shot on 28 August 1936 at tunnel 13 on the Bauza-Utiel railroad in Orcera, Jaén, Spain
Beatified
27 October 2013 by Pope Francis; beatification recognition celebrated at Tarragona, Spain
Venerated
27 March 2013 by Pope Francis (decree of martyrdom)
Biography
Blessed Francisco López Navarette, known for his dedication to the poor and his artistic talents, was born on 2 March 1892 in Villanueva del Arzobispo, Jaén, Spain. He grew up in a devout Catholic family and exhibited a strong calling to the priesthood from an early age. Pursuing his vocation, he was ordained as a priest in the diocese of Jaén.
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