
Blessed Joseph Oriol Isern Massó
Blessed
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
September 29
Born
June 16, 1909
Died
September 1, 29
Beatified
6 May 2017 by Pope Francis
Venerated
8 July 2016 by Pope Francis (decree of martyrdom)
Biography
Blessed Joseph Oriol Isern Massó, also known as Joseph Oriol Isern Massó, was born on 16 June 1909 in Villanueva y Geltrú, Barcelona, Spain. At the age of 20, he joined the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart, demonstrating a strong dedication to his faith and calling. After several years of rigorous preparation and spiritual formation, Joseph was ordained as a priest in 1933.
Cause for Canonization
Beatified
Beatified2017-05-06 by 6 May 2017 by Pope Francis; beatification recognition in the Cathedral of Santa Maria, Girona, Spain, presided by Cardinal Angelo Amato
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