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Blessed Mario Ghibaudo

Blessed Mario Ghibaudo

Blessed Mario Ghibaudo

Blessed

Post-Congregation

Feast Day

September 19

Born

January 19, 1920

Died

September 1, 19

Beatified

16 October 2022 by Pope Francis

Venerated

9 April 2022 by Pope Francis (decree of martyrdom)

Biography

Blessed Mario Ghibaudo, born on 19 January 1920 in Borgo San Dalmazzo, Cuneo, Italy, was a Catholic priest known for his selfless service and martyrdom during World War II. Ordained on 19 June 1943, he began his priestly ministry in the diocese of Cuneo, Italy. Shortly after his ordination, Father Mario was assigned to a parish in Boves, Italy, where he dedicated himself to ministering to the local community.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified

Beatified2022-10-16 by 16 October 2022 by Pope Francis; beatification celebrated at Piazza A.V.I.S. Donatori di Sangue, Boves, Italy, presided by Cardinal Marcello Semeraro

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