July 24
Niceforo Díez and 25 companions (+1936)
Martyrs
Priests and brothers from the Passionist convent of Daimiel, Ciudad Real, Spain, who were shot by militiamen during the Spanish Civil War.
Biography
They all died forgiving as Jesus did on the cross. The large number of young religious is striking: sixteen of these Passionist martyrs were between the ages of 18 and 21. His relics are preserved and venerated in the crypt of the same Passionist convent of Daimiel, converted into a house of exercises and center of spirituality.
Practical advice
Trusting in God's grace, pray for those who suffer persecution because of their faith and offer that effort for someone who needs help.
Example of
FortitudeFaithfulnessSacrifice