Blessed Jildo Irwa
Blessed
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
September 18
Died
October 1, 18
Beatified
20 October 2002 by Pope John Paul II
Biography
Blessed Jildo Irwa, a young witness to the Gospel in East Africa, is remembered for his steadfast faith and ultimate sacrifice. Born into an unknown locality, he experienced a profound conversion to Christianity around the age of eleven, marking the beginning of his dedicated service. He joined the catechetical work of the Blessed Daudi Okelo
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