Blessed Paul Favremiville
Also known as: one of the Monks of Tibhirine
Blessed
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
May 21
Born
April 17, 1939
Died
May 21, 1996
Beatified
8 December 2018 by Pope Francis
Religious Order
Venerated
26 January 2018 by Pope Francis (decree of martyrdom)
Biography
Blessed Paul Favremiville, also known as one of the Monks of Tibhirine, was a devout Catholic who dedicated his life to serving others and his faith. Born on 17 April 1939 in Vinzier, Haute-Savoie, France, Paul initially pursued a career as a plumber before he followed a spiritual calling that led him on a remarkable journey.
Cause for Canonization
Beatified
Beatified2018-12-08 by 8 December 2018 by Pope Francis
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