Blessed Lluís Berenguer Moratona

Blessed

Post-Congregation

Feast Day

28-May

Born

5 July 1869 in Santa Maria d’Horta, Barcelona, Spain

Died

28 May 1937 in Barcelona, Spain

Beatified

11 November 2017 by Pope Francis; beatification recognition celebrated at the Palacio Vistalegre Arena, Carabanchel, Madrid, Spain, presided by Cardinal Angelo Amato and Cardinal Carlos Osoro Sierra of Madrid

Venerated

1 December 2016 by Pope Francis (decree of martyrdom)

Biography

Blessed Lluís Berenguer Moratona, also known as Lluís Morató i Sabaté, was a Vincentian priest and martyr who was born on July 5, 1869, in Santa Maria d'Horta, Barcelona, Spain. He was known for his deep devotion to his faith and his commitment to serving others.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified

Beatified2017-11-11 by 11 November 2017 by Pope Francis; beatification recognition celebrated at the Palacio Vistalegre Arena, Carabanchel, Madrid, Spain, presided by Cardinal Angelo Amato and Cardinal Carlos Osoro Sierra of Madrid