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Blessed José Garvi Calvente

Blessed

Post-Congregation

Feast Day

August 21

Born

January 1, 1881

Died

August 21, 1936

Beatified

11 November 2017 by Pope Francis

Venerated

23 March 2017 by Pope Francis (decree of martyrdom)

Biography

Blessed José Garvi Calvente, born on 1 January 1881 in Madrid, Spain, was a devout married layman who lived during a tumultuous era in Spanish history. He was a devoted member of the Association of the Miraculous Medal and lived a life dedicated to his faith and the service of God.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified

Beatified2017-11-11 by 11 November 2017 by Pope Francis; beatification recognition celebrated at the Palacio Vistalegre Arena, Carabanchel, Madrid, Spain, presided by Cardinal Angelo Amato and Cardinal Carlos Osoro Sierra of Madrid

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