Blessed Josep Domènech Bonet
Also known as: Benet of Santa Coloma de Gramenet; Benedict of Santa Coloma de Gramenet; Giuseppe Doménech Bonet
Feast Day
6-Aug
Born
6 September 1892 in Santa Coloma de Gramenet, Barcelona, Spain
Died
6 August 1936 in Pont de Vilamura, Manresa, Barcelona, Spain
Beatified
6 November 2021 by Pope Francis; the beatification recognition was celebrated at the Basilica of Santa Maria in Manresa, Spain, presided by Cardinal Marcello Semeraro
Venerated
23 January 2020 by Pope Francis (decree of martyrdom)
Biography
Blessed Josep Domènech Bonet, also known as Benet of Santa Coloma de Gramenet, Benedict of Santa Coloma de Gramenet, and Giuseppe Doménech Bonet, was born on 6 September 1892 in Santa Coloma de Gramenet, Barcelona, Spain. He dedicated his life to the Capuchin Franciscan Friars Minor, joining their order in 1909. On 23 February 1913, Josep made his solemn profession, fully embracing the Capuchin way of life. He was ordained a priest on 29 May 1915, and his compassionate and humble nature made him beloved among his community.
Cause for Canonization
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