Latin America has been the cradle of great saints who have left a deep mark on the Catholic Church through their witness and vocation. Their lives — marked by sacrifice, humility and dedication — reflect the religious fervor that has characterized our people.
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After his martyrdom March 24, 1980, El Salvador’s St. Oscar Romero’s example and legacy of solidarity with the poor remained a mission for the U.S. church
Two books make clear, St. Oscar Romero was killed because of his advocacy of Catholic social justice teachings and for taking the government to harsh task for violating these.
Before the sun rose in Rome Oct. 14, 88-year-old Gaspar Romero and his brother, 93-year-old Tiberio Romero were at the head of the line of thousands of people waiting to get into St. Peter’s Square.
During the Oct. 14 at the Vatican — very early morning in El Salvador — Salvadorans gathered in the square outside the cathedral to watch the canonization ceremony of St. Oscar Romero, El Salvador’s first saint.
