Blessed William Pike
Also known as: William Pikes
Feast Day
21 March; 22 November as one of the Martyrs of England, Scotland, and Wales
Born
In Dorset, England
Died
Hanged on 22 December 1591 in Dorchester, Dorset, England; body dismembered and the pieces distributed as a warning to others
Beatified
22 November 1987 by Pope John Paul II
Venerated
10 November 1986 by Pope John Paul II (decree of martyrdom)
Biography
Blessed William Pike, also known as William Pikes, was a layman who lived during a period of persecutions against Catholics in England. He was born in Dorset, England, and little is known about his early life. However, we do know that he was deeply devoted to his Catholic faith and remained steadfast in his beliefs despite the hostile climate.
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