December 27
Francisco González de Córdova and 79 fellow martyrs (†1936–1937)
Priests, religious, seminarians and lay martyrs
Group formed by diocesan priests, religious, seminarians and lay people from the diocese of Santander, murdered during the religious persecution of 1936–1937.
Biography
They remained dedicated to pastoral service and, even during detention, prayed, confessed, encouraged and consoled others without being overcome by hopelessness. Francisco González de Córdova, head of the case, died on December 27, 1936 along with other prisoners from the ship "Alfonso Pérez."
Practical advice
Calmly support someone who is going through a trial today: listen to them, pray with them and help them with something concrete.
Example of
Fidelity until martyrdomStrength in the chaseSpiritual accompaniment