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Feast Day: August 19
Birth: February 12, 1871
Death: August 19, 1936
Blessed Damián Gómez Jiménez, also known simply as Damián Gómez, was a Catholic priest in the diocese of Ávila, Spain. He was born on February 12, 1871, in the town of Solana de Rioalmar, located in the province of Ávila.
Blessed Damián dedicated his life to serving God and his community as a priest. He was known for his deep spirituality, compassion, and commitment to his parishioners. Throughout his ministry, he served the people of Ávila with great love and selflessness, providing spiritual guidance and support to those in need.
Tragically, during the Spanish Civil War, a conflict marked by widespread religious persecution, Blessed Damián Gómez Jiménez became a victim of the violence and hostility directed towards the Catholic Church. He was martyred on August 19, 1936, in Puerto del Pico, Ávila, Spain.
Even in the face of persecution, Blessed Damián remained steadfast in his faith, ultimately sacrificing his life for his beliefs. His courageous witnessing to the Christian faith in the midst of such turbulent times serves as an inspiring example of unwavering devotion to God and the teachings of the Church.
Recognizing his martyrdom, Pope Francis venerated Blessed Damián Gómez Jiménez on March 27, 2013, with a decree acknowledging his martyrdom. Later, on October 27, 2013, Pope Francis officially beatified him. The beatification ceremony took place in Tarragona, Spain, where the faithful gathered to celebrate and honor his life and sacrifice.
Blessed Damián Gómez Jiménez's feast day is celebrated on August 19th each year. On this day, Catholics around the world remember his life, his witness to the faith, and seek his intercession for the Church and the world.
As a martyr and a beloved figure in the Catholic Church, Blessed Damián Gómez Jiménez continues to inspire believers to stand firm in their faith and to remain committed to the teachings of Jesus Christ despite adversity. His example serves as a reminder of the resilience and strength of those who have offered their lives in service to God and his people.