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Blessed Miguel Arenas Castro

Blessed

Post-Congregation

Feast Day

October 2

Died

October 2, 1936

Beatified

16 October 2021 by Pope Francis

Venerated

23 November 2020 by Pope Francis (decree of martyrdom)

Biography

Blessed Miguel Arenas Castro, also known as Blessed Miguel Castro Arenas, was a devout layman of the diocese of Córdoba, Spain. He was born in Carcabuey, Córdoba, Spain, in the year 1906. Miguel lived a life dedicated to his faith and actively participated in the spiritual life of his community.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified

Beatified2021-10-16 by 16 October 2021 by Pope Francis; beatification recognition celebrated at the Cathedral of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción, Córdoba, Spain, presided by Cardinal Marcello Semeraro

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