Saint Louis Bertrand
Also known as: Apostle of South America; Lewis Bertrand; Luis Beltran
Saint
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
October 9
Born
January 1, 1526
Died
October 9, 1581
Canonized
12 April 1671 by Pope Clement X
Beatified
19 July 1608 by Pope Paul V
Biography
Saint Louis Bertrand, also known as the Apostle of South America, was born on January 1, 1526, in Valencia, Spain. From an early age, he displayed a deep religious fervor and a strong desire to serve God. At the age of 18, Louis joined the Dominican Order in 1544, and three years later, at the age of 21, he was ordained as a priest....
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