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Feast Day: November 24
Death: November 24, 1936
The Martyred Carmelite Sisters of Valencia were a group of twelve nuns who belonged to the Carmelite Sisters of Charity and were martyrized together during the Spanish Civil War. Their names were Blessed Antonia Gosens Sáez De Ibarra, Blessed Cándida Cayuso González, Blessed Clara Ezcurra Urrutia, Blessed Concepción Rodríguez Fernández, Blessed Daría Campillo Paniagua, Blessed Erundina Colino Vega, Blessed Feliciana de Uribe Orbe, Blessed Justa Maiza Goicoechea, Blessed María Concepción Odriozola Zabalía, Blessed María Consuelo Cuñado González, Blessed Niceta Plaja Xifra, and Blessed Paula Isla Alonso.
On 24 November 1936, these brave sisters met their tragic end at the Picadero de Paterna in Valencia, Spain. Their martyrdom was a result of their unwavering faith and commitment to their religious order, even in the face of immense persecution during a time of great social and political unrest.
The Martyred Carmelite Sisters of Valencia were known for their dedication to serving the poor, sick, and marginalized members of society. Through their compassionate work, they embodied the teachings of Jesus Christ and exemplified the Carmelite ideal of service to others.
Their martyrdom was not in vain, as their sacrifice inspired many with their profound faith and resilience. Recognizing their heroic martyrdom, Pope John Paul II proclaimed their veneration on 20 December 1999, issuing a decree of martyrdom. Eventually, on 11 March 2001, Pope John Paul II beatified the Martyred Carmelite Sisters of Valencia, acknowledging their elevated status in the Catholic Church.
Although little is known about their representations and specific patronage, their unwavering commitment to their faith and their selfless dedication to serving the less fortunate continue to serve as an inspiration for all Catholics and believers worldwide.
May the Martyred Carmelite Sisters of Valencia serve as a shining example of unwavering faith and love for humanity, inspiring all to follow the path of selflessness, compassion, and devotion to God.