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Portrait of Saint Pedro By Rafael Del Casal
Portrait of Saint Pedro By Rafael Del Casal

Saint Pedro Calungsod

Also known as: Peter Calungsod

Saint

Feast Day

April 2

Died

April 1, 2

Canonized

21 October 2012 by Pope Benedict XVI

Beatified

5 March 2000 by Pope John Paul II at Vatican City

Biography

Saint Pedro Calungsod, also known as Peter Calungsod, was a notable figure in the Catholic faith, known for his martyrdom and dedication to spreading Christianity. He was born around 1654 in Ginatilan, Cebu, Philippines, and was named after Saint Peter the Apostle. Calungsod received his education from the Jesuits in the Visayas, a region in the Philippines....

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