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Feast Day: August 20
Birth: March 12, 1864
Death: August 20, 1936
Blessed Jaume Perucho Pontarró, also known as Silveri of Saint Aloysius Gonzaga or Silverio de San Luis Gonzaga, was a devout priest and member of the Discalced Carmelites. Born on 12 March 1864 in Corroncuy, Lleida, Spain, he dedicated his life to the service of God and the Catholic Church.
Father Jaume Perucho Pontarró grew up in a devout Catholic family and displayed an early inclination towards the priesthood. He pursued his religious studies and was ordained a priest, committing himself to a life of prayer, contemplation, and self-sacrifice.
As a member of the Discalced Carmelites, Father Jaume embraced a life of simplicity, poverty, and strict observance of the Carmelite Rule. He drew inspiration from the spirituality of Saint Aloysius Gonzaga and sought to imitate his virtues of purity, obedience, and selfless love. Father Jaume's deep love for God and his fellow human beings guided his actions, making him a source of comfort and inspiration to those around him.
Tragically, during the Spanish Civil War, which marked a time of immense turmoil and violent persecution of religious individuals in Spain, Father Jaume fell victim to religious persecution. On 20 August 1936, in Lleida, Spain, he was martyred for his unwavering faith, remaining steadfast in his commitment to Christ until his last breath.
The heroic witness of Father Jaume Perucho Pontarró led to his recognition by the Catholic Church. On 3 June 2013, Pope Francis decreed his martyrdom, acknowledging that he had died for his faith. Later, on 13 October 2013, Pope Francis beatified him, bestowing upon him the title of Blessed.
Blessed Jaume Perucho Pontarró continues to be venerated as a model of courage, faith, and self-sacrifice. His feast day is celebrated on 20 August each year, commemorating the day he was martyred for his unwavering commitment to his Catholic faith. Catholics throughout the world seek his intercession and invoke his name, as a testament to his sanctity and the power of his prayers.
May the life and martyrdom of Blessed Jaume Perucho Pontarró inspire us to remain steadfast and faithful in our own spiritual journey, even in the face of adversity.