May 23
Vilmos Apor, martyr (1892–1945)
Martyr
Practical advice
Intervene with caution and firmness when you witness humiliation or abuse against a vulnerable person.
Biography
Hungarian bishop known as “the parish priest of the poor,” Vilmos Apor defended the persecuted and needy during World War II. He denounced unjust laws against Jews, organized aid and sheltered numerous people. When Soviet soldiers tried to take women hidden in the basement of his residence, he stepped in to protect them and was shot several times. He died on Easter Monday as a result of his injuries, consummating with his life the defense of human dignity.
Example of
FortitudeFaithfulnessSacrifice