Blessed Melchor Martín Monge
Also known as: Melchor of the Child Jesus
Blessed
Martyr
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
31-Jul
Born
18 July 1914 in San Pedro de Consoles, Palencia, Spain
Died
31 July 1936 in “Los Cobertizos,” Toledo, Spain
Beatified
28 October 2007 by Pope Benedict XVI
Venerated
28 April 2006 by Pope Benedict XVI (decree of martyrdom)
Biography
Blessed Melchor Martín Monge, also known as Melchor of the Child Jesus, was a Discalced Carmelite brother who was martyred during the Spanish Civil War. He is honored for his faithful witness and commitment to his religious vocation.
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