Blessed Franciszek Stryjas
Blessed
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
31 July; 12 June as one of the 108 Martyrs of World War II
Born
26 January 1882 in Popów, Szczytniki, Kalisz, Poland
Died
Tortured to death on 31 July 1944 in Kalisz, Poland
Beatified
13 June 1999 by Pope John Paul II at Warsaw, Poland
Venerated
23 March 1999 by Pope John Paul II (decree of martyrdom)
Biography
Blessed Franciszek Stryjas, also known as Franciszek Stryjas, was born on 26 January 1882 in Popów, Szczytniki, Kalisz, Poland. He was the son of farmers and grew up in a humble environment. Franciszek led a devout Catholic life and was known for his strong faith.
Cause for Canonization
Beatified
Beatified1999-06-13 by 13 June 1999 by Pope John Paul II at Warsaw, Poland
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