Blessed José María Poyatosruiz
Blessed
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
October 3
Born
October 20, 1914
Died
October 1, 3
Beatified
27 October 2013 by Pope Francis
Venerated
27 March 2013 by Pope Francis (decree of martyrdom)
Biography
Blessed José María Poyatosruiz, born on October 20, 1914, in Vilches, Jaén, Spain, was a devout young layman who lived in the diocese of Jaén. He is known for his deep faith, his commitment to Catholic Action, and his regular devotion to Eucharistic adoration.
Cause for Canonization
Beatified
Beatified2013-10-27 by 27 October 2013 by Pope Francis; beatification recognition celebrated at Tarragona, Spain
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