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Blessed Thomas Gengoro

Blessed
Post-Congregation

Feast Day

August 16

Died

August 1, 18

Beatified

7 May 1867 by Pope Pius IX

Venerated

26 February 1866 by Pope Pius IX (decree of martyrdom)

Biography

Blessed Thomas Gengoro, a devoted layman of the Diocese of Fukuoka in Japan, lived a life of quiet faith and family devotion amidst profound persecution. Born into the Christian community of Fukuoka, Thomas dedicated himself to his vocation as a husband and father, sharing his faith with his wife, the Blessed

Cause for Canonization

Beatified
Beatified1867-05-07 by 7 May 1867 by Pope Pius IX

Feast Days

August 16September 10
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