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Blessed William Dean

Blessed

Post-Congregation

Feast Day

August 28

Died

August 28, 1588

Beatified

15 December 1929 by Pope Pius XI

Venerated

8 December 1929 by Pope Pius XI (decree of martyrdom)

Biography

Blessed William Dean, formerly a Protestant minister, embraced the Catholic faith and dedicated his life to its service. After his conversion, he pursued priestly studies in Rheims, France, and was ordained in 1581. Returning to his native England, he courageously undertook the perilous work of a home missioner, secretly ministering to Catholics during a time of intense persecution under Queen Elizabeth I. His unwavering commitment to his vocation led to

Cause for Canonization

Beatified

Beatified1929-12-15 by 15 December 1929 by Pope Pius XI

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