Blessed Joan Gibert Galofré
Blessed
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
August 5
Born
May 15, 1880
Died
August 5, 1936
Beatified
13 October 2013 by Pope Francis
Venerated
28 June 2012 by Pope Benedict XVI (decree of martyrdom)
Biography
Blessed Joan Gibert Galofré was a dedicated priest in the archdiocese of Tarragona, Spain, during the early 20th century. He was born on May 15, 1880, in La Riera, Tarragona, Spain, and grew up in a devout Catholic family. From a young age, Joan demonstrated a strong inclination towards the priesthood and a deep faith in God.
Cause for Canonization
Beatified
Beatified2013-10-13 by 13 October 2013 by Pope Francis; beatification celebrated in Tarragona, Spain
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