Blessed Julián Heredia Zubia
Also known as: Father Pio; Pío Heredia Zubío
Feast Day
3-Dec
Born
16 February 1875 in Larrea, Alava, Spain
Died
Thrown off a cliff into the sea with his hands tied behind his back on 3 December 1936 in Santander, Cantabria, Spain
Beatified
3 October 2015 by Pope Francis; beatification recognition celebrated at the cathedral of Santander, Spain, Cardinal Angelo Amato principal celebrant
Venerated
22 January 2015 by Pope Francis (decree of martyrdom)
Biography
Blessed Julián Heredia Zubia, also known as Father Pio or Pío Heredia Zubío, was born on 16th February 1875, in Larrea, Alava, Spain. He was the son of Justo Heredia and Ceferina Zubía, growing up in a devout Catholic family. From a young age, Julian showed a deep devotion to God and a desire to serve the Church.
Cause for Canonization
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