Blessed Joan Gibert Galofré
Blessed
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
5-Aug
Born
15 May 1880 in La Riera, Tarragona, Spain
Died
5 August 1936 in Montblanc, Tarragona, Spain
Beatified
13 October 2013 by Pope Francis; beatification celebrated in Tarragona, Spain
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.
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