First Venezuelan Saint, Jose Gregorio Hernandez, Canonized in Rome

Canonization of Venezuelan Saints

• 🇻🇪 Catholics worldwide are celebrating the canonization of the first Venezuelan saints in Rome, a historic moment for the community.
• 🗓️ On October 19th, 2025, Dr. Jose Gregorio Hernandez and Mother Carmen Randles Martinez were canonized, marking the first time Venezuela has had saints.

Dr. Jose Gregorio Hernandez's Legacy

• 🩺 St. Jose Gregorio Hernandez was renowned for his dedication to healing people who needed it, serving as a doctor about a century ago.
• 💖 He provided his medical services without charge, embodying a spirit of selfless care.

Personal Stories of Faith and Healing

• 🎗️ Hernandez's niece, four times removed, who is currently battling breast cancer, asked for healing during the canonization ceremony.
• 🙏 She expressed a strong belief in receiving healing, feeling it within her heart and blessed to have her uncle's spiritual presence.

Divine Timing and Restoration

• 🕊️ Father Omar Aubie noted that the canonization occurring during Venezuela's current time of need is not a coincidence, suggesting the Lord is moving to restore peace, faith, and the people.
• ✨ The timing of St. Jose Hernandez's canonization in October, which is breast cancer awareness month, is seen as particularly meaningful by those seeking healing.