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Blessed Louis Leroy

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Post-Congregation

Feast Day

18-Apr

Born

8 October 1923 in Ducey, Manche, France

Died

18 April 1961 in Ban Pha, Xieng Khouang, Laos

Beatified

11 December 2016 by Pope Francis; beatification recognition celebrated in Vientiane, Laos, presided by Cardinal Angelo Amato

Venerated

5 June 2015 by Pope Francis (decree of martyrdom)

Biography

Blessed Louis Leroy, born on 8 October 1923 in Ducey, Manche, France, was a dedicated member of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate. He answered the call to priesthood and selflessly served as a missionary in Laos. With great zeal, he strived to spread the message of God's love and the teachings of the Catholic Church among the people in Xieng Khouang province.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified
Beatified2016-12-11 by 11 December 2016 by Pope Francis; beatification recognition celebrated in Vientiane, Laos, presided by Cardinal Angelo Amato
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