Blessed Vicenç Queralt Lloret

Blessed

Post-Congregation

Feast Day

30-Nov

Born

16 November 1894 in Barcelona, Spain

Died

30 November 1936 in Barcelona, Spain

Beatified

11 November 2017 by Pope Francis; beatification recognition celebrated at the Palacio Vistalegre Arena, Carabanchel, Madrid, Spain, presided by Cardinal Angelo Amato and Cardinal Carlos Osoro Sierra of Madrid

Venerated

1 December 2016 by Pope Francis (decree of martyrdom)

Biography

Blessed Vicenç Queralt Lloret, born on 16 November 1894 in Barcelona, Spain, was a Vincentian priest who devoted his life to the service of the Catholic Church. He was raised in a devout Catholic family and exhibited a deep piety from an early age. Recognizing his calling to the priesthood, he entered the Congregation of the Mission, commonly known as the Vincentians, and received his formation in their seminary.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified

Beatified2017-11-11 by 11 November 2017 by Pope Francis; beatification recognition celebrated at the Palacio Vistalegre Arena, Carabanchel, Madrid, Spain, presided by Cardinal Angelo Amato and Cardinal Carlos Osoro Sierra of Madrid