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| Saint Atilano Cruz Alvarado, Pray for us! |
⛪ Saint of the Day: July 1
⛪Memorial: 21 May as one of the Martyrs of the Mexican Revolution
⛪ Born: 5 October 1901 in Ahuetita de Abajo, Teocaltiche, Jalisco, Mexico
⛪ Died: Shot at dawn on 1 July 1928 in Las Cruces, CuquΓo, Jalisco, Mexico
⛪ Canonized: 21 May 2000 by Pope John Paul II
Early Life
Atilano Cruz Alvarado was born on October 5, 1901, in Ahuetita de Abajo, Aguascalientes, Mexico. He was one of the many children in a devout Catholic family. From a young age, Atilano demonstrated a strong commitment to his faith, which guided his decisions throughout his life.
Atilano Cruz Alvarado was born on October 5, 1901, in Ahuetita de Abajo, Aguascalientes, Mexico. He was one of the many children in a devout Catholic family. From a young age, Atilano demonstrated a strong commitment to his faith, which guided his decisions throughout his life.
Priesthood
Atilano entered the seminary in 1918 and was ordained as a priest on April 22, 1927. His ordination took place during a tumultuous period in Mexican history, marked by severe religious persecution under the anti-clerical laws of President Plutarco ElΓas Calles.
Atilano entered the seminary in 1918 and was ordained as a priest on April 22, 1927. His ordination took place during a tumultuous period in Mexican history, marked by severe religious persecution under the anti-clerical laws of President Plutarco ElΓas Calles.
Ministry
Despite the dangers, Father Atilano served his parishioners with great dedication. He conducted clandestine Masses, administered sacraments, and provided spiritual support to his community. His commitment to his priestly duties made him a target for the government, which sought to suppress the Catholic Church.
Despite the dangers, Father Atilano served his parishioners with great dedication. He conducted clandestine Masses, administered sacraments, and provided spiritual support to his community. His commitment to his priestly duties made him a target for the government, which sought to suppress the Catholic Church.
Martyrdom
On July 1, 1928, Father Atilano was arrested by government forces. He was taken to a location near the town of Teocaltiche, Jalisco, where he was executed. His steadfast faith and refusal to renounce his priestly vows even in the face of death exemplify his martyrdom for the faith.
On July 1, 1928, Father Atilano was arrested by government forces. He was taken to a location near the town of Teocaltiche, Jalisco, where he was executed. His steadfast faith and refusal to renounce his priestly vows even in the face of death exemplify his martyrdom for the faith.
Canonization
Saint Atilano Cruz Alvarado was canonized by Pope John Paul II on May 21, 2000, as one of the Martyrs of the Mexican Revolution. His life and death are a testament to his unwavering faith and dedication to his priestly mission, even under the threat of persecution and death.
Saint Atilano Cruz Alvarado was canonized by Pope John Paul II on May 21, 2000, as one of the Martyrs of the Mexican Revolution. His life and death are a testament to his unwavering faith and dedication to his priestly mission, even under the threat of persecution and death.
Legacy
Saint Atilano is remembered for his courage and steadfastness in the face of severe oppression. His legacy continues to inspire Catholics around the world, particularly in Mexico, where he is revered as a symbol of faith and resilience.
Saint Atilano is remembered for his courage and steadfastness in the face of severe oppression. His legacy continues to inspire Catholics around the world, particularly in Mexico, where he is revered as a symbol of faith and resilience.
Feast Day
Saint Atilano Cruz Alvarado is commemorated on July 1, the anniversary of his martyrdom. His feast day is a reminder of his ultimate sacrifice for his faith and his enduring legacy as a martyr of the Church.
Prayer to Saint Atilano Cruz Alvarado