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Cristero War Martyrs Come to Des Moines — Relic Veneration at Sacred Heart Parish – Monica Meredith & Antonio Banuelos - 06/17/2026
Who Are the Six Martyred Priests?
During Mexico's Cristero War (1926–1929), the Mexican government effectively outlawed the Catholic Church — banning public Mass, expelling clergy, and desecrating churches. Six Knights of Columbus priests refused to stop ministering and were executed for their faith. Pope John Paul II canonized 26 martyrs of the Cristero War on May 21, 2000 — six of whom were Knights of Columbus. Their final words: Viva Cristo Rey — Long live Christ the King.
Relic Veneration Schedule — Diocese of Des Moines
Tonight, June 17 — Saint Patrick Parish, Perry | 5:00 PM Mass | 6:30…
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