Thursday, April 26, 2012

Saint of the Day (April 25, 2012)


St. Pedro de San José Betancur
  • Born on March 21, 1626
  • From Central America and fist saint from this region.
  • Working as a Shepherd till his 24th age.
  • Never ordained as priest after multiple attempt.
  • Praised for his mercy towards poor and needy.
  • Opened many hospitals and schools for poor people.
  • Known as the "St. Francis of the Americas."
  • Canonized by Pope John Pail II in Guatemala City on July 30, 2002
  • Died in Antigua Guatemala at the age of 41.


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