Blessed Maurilio Tobar González

Blessed

Post-Congregation

Feast Day

29-Oct

Born

14 September 1869 in Tardajos, Burgos, Spain

Died

29 October 1936 in Madrid, 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

23 March 2017 by Pope Francis (decree of martyrdom)

Biography

Blessed Maurilio Tobar González, also known as "Priest Maurilio Tobar," was a Spanish Catholic priest who belonged to the Vincentian Congregation of the Mission. He was born on September 14, 1869, in the town of Tardajos in Burgos, Spain. Known for his deep devotion to God and commitment to serving the poor, Blessed Maurilio dedicated his life to the service of God and the Church.

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