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Blessed Marcos Leyún Goñi

Also known as: Emiliano José

Blessed

Post-Congregation

Feast Day

August 11

Born

October 7, 1897

Died

August 11, 1936

Beatified

13 October 2013 by Pope Francis

Religious Order

Venerated

3 June 2013 by Pope Francis (decree of martyrology)

Biography

Blessed Marcos Leyún Goñi, also known as Emiliano José, was a dedicated monk and member of the Marist Brothers of the Schools. Born on 7 October 1897 in Sansoáin, Navarra, Spain, he grew up in a devout Catholic family and from a young age demonstrated a strong devotion to his faith.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified

Beatified2013-10-13 by 13 October 2013 by Pope Francis

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