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Blessed Ralph Grimston

Blessed
Post-Congregation

Feast Day

15 June; 22 November as one of the Martyrs of England, Scotland, and Wales

Born

In Nidd, North Yorkshire, England

Died

15 June 1598 in York, North Yorkshire, England

Beatified

22 November 1987 by Pope John Paul II

Venerated

10 November 1986 by Pope John Paul II (decree of martyrdom)

Biography

Blessed Ralph Grimston, also known as Ralph Grimston of Nidd, was born in the village of Nidd, in North Yorkshire, England. He lived during a period of intense religious persecutions against Catholics in the country. Ralph Grimston was a married layman who faithfully adhered to his Catholic beliefs despite the dangers and challenges that came with it.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified
Beatified1987-11-22 by 22 November 1987 by Pope John Paul II

Feast Days

June 15November 22
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