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Blessed Juan Pérez Rodríguez

Blessed Juan Pérez Rodríguez, an Augustinian priest, was born on 2 December 1877 in Andavías del Pan, Zamora, Spain.

Feast Day August 25Born December 2, 1877Died August 25, 1936

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Blessed Juan Pérez Rodríguez, an Augustinian priest, was born on 2 December 1877 in Andavías del Pan, Zamora, Spain. He dedicated his life to serving God and the Catholic Church, demonstrating unwavering faith and commitment throughout his ministry.

Juan Pérez Rodríguez entered the Order of Saint Augustine and was ordained a priest, embracing the Augustinian way of life. As a priest, he diligently carried out his pastoral duties, ensuring that his community received spiritual guidance and sacraments in accordance with Catholic teachings.

Tragically, during the Spanish Civil War, which took place from 1936 to 1939, Father Juan Pérez Rodríguez became a victim of the religious persecution of the time. On 25 August 1936, in the town of Tragamón, Gijón, Spain, he was martyred for his faith, bravely facing persecution and sacrificing his life in defense of his religious convictions.

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