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Antônio de Almeida Lustosa

1886–1974

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Antônio de Almeida Lustosa was a Brazilian religious priest of the Salesians of Don Bosco and a prelate in the Roman Catholic Church. Lustosa served in two dioceses and two archdioceses in his career where he was reputed for his holiness and his learning. He introduced a range of innovations from media to new parishes and seminaries in order to restore his dioceses and archdioceses. He was a constant evangelizer and was also an author who wrote children's literature and music in addition to hagiographical and theological works. Lustosa was still a reluctant bishop but accepted each new position in obedience. His health forced him to retire in 1963 and he still remained a noted pastor following his resignation.

From Wikipedia, “Antônio de Almeida Lustosa”, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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1886Born in São João del Rei
1974Died in Carpina
2023Declared Venerable by Pope Francis

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Born

11 February 1886

São João del Rei

Died

14 August 1974

Carpina

Venerable

22 June 2023

Decree of Pope Francis

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Salesians of Don Bosco

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