Bl. Maria Cecilia Cendoya y Araquistain

Maria Cecilia Cendoya y Araquistain was a religious of the Order of the Visitation of Holy Mary and one of the companions of Blessed Maria Gabriela Hinojosa. The Dicastery for the Causes of Saints lists her among the seven Visitation martyrs of Madrid, who died during the persecution of 1936. She was 26 years old.

The sisters remained together in Madrid during a period of danger for their religious community. Their story is remembered as a witness to fidelity, mutual support and trust in God. Pope John Paul II beatified Maria Gabriela and her six companions on May 10, 1998. Their common liturgical remembrance is November 18.

This individual profile allows her to be remembered by name within the shared witness of the community. The fuller group account provides the setting for their religious life and martyrdom.

Shared witness

This profile remembers one member of Maria Gabriela Hinojosa and companions. Their shared story is presented on the group profile.

Prayer

Bl. Maria Cecilia Cendoya y Araquistain, pray for us before Jesus Christ. Ask him to strengthen our faith, grant us patience in trials, and teach us to forgive. Help us respond to suffering with compassion and serve our neighbors with courage. Bring our intentions before him according to his holy will. Amen.

Sources

Historical and ecclesial reference: Bl. Maria Cecilia Cendoya y Araquistain — source.