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Blessed Franciscus Bae Gwangyeom

Also known as: Francis

Blessed
Post-Congregation

Feast Day

January 7

Died

January 1, 7

Beatified

15 August 2014 by Pope Francis

Venerated

7 February 2014 by Pope Francis (decree on martyrdom)

Biography

Blessed Franciscus Bae Gwangyeom, also known as Francis, was a layman convert and one of the first to embrace Catholicism in Korea. He was born around 1745 in Dangjin, Chungcheong-do, South Korea. Despite facing numerous challenges and persecution, he dedicated his life to spreading the teachings of the Catholic faith.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified
Beatified2014-08-15 by 15 August 2014 by Pope Francis

Feast Days

January 7September 20
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