Blessed José María Sanchís Mompó
Also known as: Brother Gabriel María of Benifaió
Blessed
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
August 16
Born
October 8, 1858
Died
August 16, 1936
Beatified
11 March 2001 by Pope John Paul II
Religious Order
Venerated
18 December 2000 by Pope John Paul II (decree of martyrdom)
Biography
Blessed José María Sanchís Mompó, also known as Brother Gabriel María of Benifaió, was a dedicated member of the Capuchin Tertiary Fathers and Brothers of Our Lady of Sorrows. He was born on October 8, 1858, in Benifaió, Valencia, Spain. From an early age, José María displayed a deep devotion to his faith and a desire to serve God.
Cause for Canonization
Beatified
Beatified2001-03-11 by 11 March 2001 by Pope John Paul II
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