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Blessed Juan Barrera Méndez

Blessed Juan Barrera Méndez

Blessed Juan Barrera Méndez

Blessed

Post-Congregation

Feast Day

January 18

Born

August 4, 1967

Beatified

23 April 2021 by Pope Francis

Venerated

23 January 2020 by Pope Francis (decree of martyrdom)

Biography

Blessed Juan Barrera Méndez was born on August 4, 1967, in the village of Potrero Viejo, located in the Quiché diocese of Guatemala. He was a devout and active member of the Catholic community from a young age. Juan's dedication to his faith led him to become involved in Catholic Action, an organization that promotes Catholic values in society.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified

Beatified2021-04-23 by 23 April 2021 by Pope Francis; beatification recognition celebrated in Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

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