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Feast Day: August 22
Birth: September 29, 1895
Death: August 22, 1936
Blessed María De La Concepción Rodríguez Fernández, also known as María del Carmen of the Immaculate Conception, was a Conceptionist nun who was martyred during the Spanish Civil War. She was born on September 29, 1895, in Puebla de Sanabria, Zamora, Spain.
María De La Concepción Rodríguez Fernández entered the Conceptionist Order and dedicated her life to God as a religious sister. She was deeply committed to her faith and embraced the charism of the order, which emphasizes devotion to the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary.
During the Spanish Civil War, which took place from 1936 to 1939, religious persecution was rampant. Sister María Del Carmen was among the many victims of this persecution. She was brutally killed on August 22, 1936, in Vicálvaro, Madrid, Spain.
Sister María Del Carmen's unwavering faith and her dedication to her religious vocation inspired many. She became a symbol of courage and faith during a time of immense religious turmoil in Spain. Her martyrdom served as a testament to her unwavering commitment to Christ and the Church.
Recognizing Sister María Del Carmen's martyrdom, Pope Francis declared her venerable on January 15, 2019, stating she had died in defense of her faith. Her beatification took place on June 1, 2019, with a ceremony held at the Cathedral of La Almudena in Madrid, Spain. This significant event was presided over by Cardinal Giovanni Angelo Becciu.
The beatification of Sister María Del Carmen Rodríguez Fernández highlighted her exemplary life and ultimate sacrifice for her beliefs. It also served as an inspiration for believers worldwide to remain steadfast in their faith, even in the face of adversity.
Today, Blessed María De La Concepción Rodríguez Fernández is remembered as a martyr and a shining example of Christian virtue. Her life continues to serve as a reminder of the hardships faced by those who faithfully follow Christ. Her feast day is celebrated on August 22nd each year, allowing believers to honor her memory and seek her intercession in their own spiritual journeys.