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 (AP) — 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,
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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 signs decree making Jose Gregorio Hernandez, 'doctor of the poor,' Venezuela's first saint
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. A date for the canonization of Dr. Jose Gregorio ...
Amid Health Crisis, Pope Francis Shocks The World By Signing Historic Decree From Hospital
Pope Francis, despite being in a critical condition, has approved the canonization of Dr. José Gregorio Hernández, Venezuela's first saint. He continues to lead from his hospital bed, resuming light ...