November 18
Ovidio Bertrán Anunciabay Letona and 5 companions (+ 1936)
Priests
Practical advice
Pray for those who persecute you and avoid responding to them with the same violence.
Biography
Ovidio Bertrán, four De La Salle brothers and the priest José María Cánovas were imprisoned during the persecution. On November 18, 1936 they died together praying and forgiving. The Church recognized in his dedication a true martyrdom, lived with fidelity, hope and forgiveness.
Example of
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