Blessed Rafael Reyes Moreno
Blessed
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
July 25
Born
April 24, 1888
Died
July 25, 1936
Beatified
16 October 2021 by Pope Francis
Venerated
23 November 2020 by Pope Francis (decree of martyrdom)
Biography
Blessed Rafael Reyes Moreno, also known as Rafael Moreno Reyes, was a priest of the diocese of Córdoba, Spain, who was dedicated to serving the community of Fernán Núñez. Born on 24 April 1888 in Guadalcázar, Córdoba, he grew up in a religious and devout family. Inspired by his parents' faith and with a desire to serve God, Rafael pursued his vocation to become a priest.
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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