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Saint Guillermo Courtet

Also known as: Guillaume; Vilhelm; William; Thomas of Saint Dominic

Saint

Post-Congregation

Feast Day

September 29

Died

September 29, 1637

Canonized

18 October 1987 by Pope John Paul II

Beatified

18 February 1981 by Pope John Paul II

Religious Order

Venerated

11 October 1980 by Pope John Paul II (decree of martyrdom)

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Biography

Saint Guillermo Courtet, a devoted Dominican priest, dedicated his life to the evangelization of Japan during a perilous era of persecution. As a missionary, he courageously carried the Gospel message into a land where Catholic faith faced severe suppression. His unwavering commitment led him to the Ryukyu Islands, where he ministered amidst great danger. Arrested for his public profession of faith in Okinawa, he faced trial and

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