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Blessed José Castro Díaz

Blessed
Post-Congregation

Feast Day

September 21

Born

February 8, 1888

Died

September 21, 1936

Beatified

16 October 2021 by Pope Francis

Venerated

23 November 2020 by Pope Francis (decree of martyrdom)

Biography

Blessed José Castro Díaz, also known as Father José Castro Díaz, was a devoted priest of the diocese of Córdoba, Spain. He was born on February 8, 1888, in Villanueva de Córdoba, a town located in the province of Córdoba. From an early age, José demonstrated a deep faith and a passion for serving others.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified
Beatified2021-10-16 by 16 October 2021 by Pope Francis; beatification recognition celebrated at the Cathedral of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción, Córdoba, Spain, presided by Cardinal Marcello Semeraro

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