Pope signs decree creating Venezuela’s 1st saint

Pope signs decree for canonization of Venezuela's first saint
Dr. Jose Gregorio Hernandez — known as the "doctor of the poor" — will soon become Venezuela's first saint. Pope Francis, the first South American pope, signed the decree for the canonization of Hernadez from a hospital in Rome on Tuesday. A date for his canonization has not been set.
Pope signs decree making José Gregorio Hernández, 'doctor of the poor,' Venezuela's first saint
CARACAS, Venezuela — A man revered by millions as the “doctor of the poor” will be the first saint from Venezuela after Pope Francis approved a decree Tuesday.
Pope Francis Approves Canonization of First Venezuelan Saint
Blessed José Gregorio Hernández is known at the ‘doctor of the poor.’ Also to be canonized: Blessed Bartolo Longo. Additional causes were moved forward, including now-Venerable Emil Kapaun.
‘Doctor of the poor’ becomes Venezuela’s first saint
Venezuela will soon have its first saint, after ailing Pope Francis on Tuesday canonized a physician who died more than 100 years ago, revered for his selfless service during a previous pandemic. Jose Gregorio Hernandez was born in 1864,
Dr. José Gregorio Hernández: Venezuela's Sainthood Journey
Dr. José Gregorio Hernández, known as the 'doctor of the poor,' has been approved for sainthood, making him the first saint from Venezuela. His exemplary life focused on alleviating human suffering. He was declared 'venerable' in 1986,
Devotees follow participate in procession to celebrate Venezuela’s first ever Saint
Venezuela will have a Saint for the first time and devotees all over the country are in a frenzy of happiness.
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Pope Francis Declares Korean War Army Chaplain Emil Kapaun ‘Venerable’
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Pope Francis ka nọ n'ọnọdụ dị njọ n'ute ọrịa, dịka isiụlọọrụ Katọlik n'ụwa bụ Vatican si kwuo n'ozi banyere ahụike ya, nke ha ...
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Pope Francis sits upright in an armchair as Argentines in Rome pray for his recovery
Pope Francis is sitting upright and receiving therapy for double pneumonia while he remains in critical condition.