Biography
20 Mercedarian Martyrs of Riscala Profile. Born: unknown in France, Europe. Worked in France. Died: 16th century in France. Feast Day is celebrated on May 9.
Biography, Feast Day, Date of Birth, Country of Birth, Profession, Place of Work, Date of Death, Place of Death, Beatification Date, Canonization Date |
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| Date of Birth | unknown |
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| Country of Birth | France in Europe |
| Matrimony/Holy Orders | Saints who were Not Married |
| Profession | Missionary |
| Place of Work | France |
| Date of Death | 16th century |
| Place of Death | France |
| Feast Day | May 9 |
| Beatification | Beatified by N/A |
| Canonization | Canonized by N/A |
| Patron Saint of | |
Biography
The Mercedarian supporters of Riscala were 20 followers of Mercedarian who were killed by Huguenot rebels for refusing to deny their faith. They died in the 16th century at Santa Maria’s meeting in Riscala, France.
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