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VATICAN CITY (CNS) ─ Using what the Vatican called an "equipollent" or equivalent beatification, Pope Francis recognized as "blessed" a 15th-century Spanish abbess, mystic and preacher.

The pope signed decrees in four sainthood causes as well as the beatification declaration Nov. 25 for Blessed Juana de la Cruz, who was born Juana Vázquez Gutiérrez in what is today Numancia La Sagra, Spain.

The Dicastery for the Causes of Saints said she probably was born May 3, 1481, and fled to the Monastery of Santa Maria de la Cruz in La Ciroleda, joining a group of Third Order Franciscans after her father and uncle promised her in marriage to a local nobleman. She made her religious profession in 1497.

She had mystical visions and received the stigmata, which are wounds resembling the crucifixion wounds of Christ, and for six months lost the ability to speak. A biography on the dicastery's website said, "Completely healed, she obtained the gift of preaching."

The following year, she was elected abbess although she had yet to reach her 28th birthday.

She died May 3, 1534, and the official cause for her canonization opened. After decades the process was halted because the Vatican said the original documents needed for the case had been lost. The Dicastery for the Causes of Saints said they were found again in 1977 and the cause proceeded.

With panels of historians and theologians verifying her virtues and writings, as well as the fact that since her death there has been an uninterrupted remembrance and veneration of her, the cardinals and bishops who are members of the dicastery voted Nov. 5 to petition Pope Francis to declare her blessed.

The four decrees Pope Francis signed Nov. 25 regard:

-- A miracle attributed to the intercession of Blessed Maria Troncatti, a Salesian sister born in Italy in 1883 who became a missionary in Ecuador in 1922. She died in a plane crash in 1969. The recognition

Saigon (AsiaNews) – “I live among my flock and I will die among them. I will not go anywhere,” said Father François Xavier Truong Buu Diep, who was killed by the Communists on 12 March 1946 in Tac Say, in southern Vietnam, almost 2,000 kilometres from the capital of Hanoi, along with 30 other Catholics. Now almost 65 years later he is venerated by Catholics, Protestants and non-believers, who line up every year before his tomb to pray, ask for a blessing or seek healing.

Father Diep was born in 1897 and was ordained in 1924, after completing studies at Phnom Penh Major Seminary in Cambodia. During his ministry in Vietnam, the country was torn apart by war. In that period the Việt Minh came down harshly on the country’s Catholic community. 

When he and 30 lay Catholics were captured by enemy forces, they are held in a rice paddy storehouse. Later the priest's body was found in a nearby pond, but the authorities were unable to agree as to who killed him, and why.

Members of the Tac Say parish told AsiaNews that in life “Father François helped the poor, orphans and the elderly.” Now “through miracles he continues to heal, help and bring comfort to those who venerate him.”

In fact, many witnesses have spoken about miraculous healings and unexplained events after the priest’s death.

The most remarkable story concerns his burial place. According to the faithful, when his tomb was built, the owner of the construction company doing the work said that Father Diep appeared to him and gave him the money directly into his hands.

Stories like this have contributed to spreading the cult of the Vietnamese priest around the country, as well as abroad.

In addition to altars and chapels that were built and dedicated to him in the provinces of the Mekong Delta, many Vietnamese Catholics living abroad continue to call on the martyr for his intervention.

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Truong Buu Diep Foundation (TBDF) entitled The Catholic Priest of Vietnam - Truong Buu Diep. Father Truong Buu Diep was born in 1897. He was selected, and granted full priesthood in 1924. In 1946, Father Diep was captured with more than 70 other parish officials, and parishioners. He died for freeing His parishioners. Father Diep promised too embody Jesus as He dedicated His life for God and His people. After being killed, He did miracles, He motivated numerous people to have faith in the Almighty. Father Diep strived to be a perfect example of the Lord Jesus. He continually loved the poor, sick, and always attempted to help even sinners. He loved all people of every religion and culture as much as His own. He always prayed for all people and all religions to give them all God’s Graces. Therefore, many people have asked Him to intercede, not only Christian, but also of other religions. Through His numerous work, people from other religions, or no religion acquired a belief in an Almighty. He helped them to live better. It actually was their faith that saved them. Like Jesus said "Your Faith has healed you" (Matthew 20: 29-34; Mark 10: 46-52). Confidence creates a huge mental strength, which people can use to be able to overcome all diseases, sufferings, hardships and challenges in life. We have been receiving a miracle from Father Diep. Because of this, we have established the TBDF. The purpose of TBDF is to glorify Father Diep. Vietnamese Holy Church is canonizing for Father Diep. TBDF, as a nonprofit organization, in doing so by collecting the graces evidences and witnesses of Father Diep. In fact, at TBDF, Father Diep did many miracles, saved the lives for many seriously illed, which medical concepts cannot explain.

Dec 13, 2024

Vietnamese pilgrims pray by the tomb of Servant of God, Father Francis Xavier Truong Buu Diep, at Tac Say Church in Bac Lieu province. (UCA News photo)

VIETNAM: On November 25, Pope Francis and the Holy See declared no objections to the martyrdom of Fr Truong Buu Diep, marking a major milestone in his path toward beatification and canonisation.

This announcement sparked joy among Vietnamese Catholics, who see it as a long-awaited recognition of his sacrifice. Many dream of a historic papal visit to Vietnam to celebrate his beatification, a moment that would be deeply symbolic for both the Church and the faithful.

Fr Diep’s story, however, is not confined to the Catholic community. His life, martyrdom, and continuing influence resonate widely across religious and cultural lines in Vietnam.

Born in 1897 in An Giang Province, Fr Diep entered the seminary at a young age and was ordained in 1924. For over 20 years, he served as a pastor in various parishes in the Mekong Delta, including the parish of Tac Say, where he is now buried.

His ministry was defined by deep compassion and unwavering dedication to his parishioners, especially during times of political instability and social upheaval.

In March 1946, as violence engulfed the region, Fr Diep was arrested alongside several parishioners. Despite opportunities to escape, he chose to remain with his flock, declaring, “I will die in place of my people.”

His captors executed him, and his mutilated body was later discovered. Despite the visible wounds, witnesses reported his serene expression and hands still clasped in prayer, a testament to his faith, even in death.

Fr Diep’s story does not end with his martyrdom. Over the decades