José Gregorio Hernández Cisneros
José Gregorio Hernández Cisneros, born on October 26, 1864, in Isnotú, Venezuela, was a revered physician and a pioneer in social medicine, often referred to as the 'doctor of the poor.' He graduated from the Central University of Venezuela and furthered his studies in Paris, where he excelled academically. Upon returning to Venezuela, he dedicated his life to providing medical care to the underserved and impoverished, treating not only their physical ailments but also offering spiritual comfort. His deep faith and commitment to helping others have made him a beloved figure in Venezuelan society. Following his death in 1919, Hernández was canonized by Pope Francis, marking him as the first Venezuelan saint recognized by the Catholic Church, a testament to his enduring legacy of compassion and service.
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He was declared a saint by Pope Leon XIV and is known as the 'doctor of the poor'.
Papež Leon XIV. razglasil sedem novih svetnikov, med njimi nekdanjega satanista
Slovenia· 2025-10-20
José Gregorio Hernández was proclaimed a new saint of the Catholic Church, the first from Venezuela.
‘Milagro que he pedido y me ha cumplido’: devotos del hermano Gregorio festejan su canonización en santuario de Guayaquil | Comunidad | Guayaquil
Ecuador· 2025-10-19
José Gregorio Hernández was recognized as a benefactor of humanity and received beatification in 2021.
¿Qué dijo el papa León XIV sobre los santos venezolanos?
Venezuela· 2025-10-19
Papa Franjo opisao ga je kao ‘liječnika bliskog najslabijima‘.
Jutarnji list - Papa Lav XIV. proglasio sedam novih svetaca
Croatia· 2025-10-19
José Gregorio Hernández is celebrated as a pioneering doctor who modernized medical education in Venezuela and is on the path to becoming one of the first Venezuelan saints.
José Gregorio Hernández, el doctor que humanizó la medicinaVenezuela· 2025-10-15
José Gregorio Hernández is celebrated as one of the most beloved figures in Venezuelan history, known for his dedication to free medical care for the needy.
CEV celebra la canonización de José Gregorio Hernández y Carmen Rendiles: «Son santos que reúnen»Venezuela· 2025-06-17
José Gregorio Hernández Cisneros is recognized as 'the doctor of the poor' and was a member of the Secular Franciscan Order.
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Guatemala· 2025-06-13
José Gregorio Hernández is being considered for canonization by the Vatican due to miracles attributed to his intercession.
El papa León XIV convoca reunión especial para canonización de José Gregorio Hernández y Carmen RendilesVenezuela· 2025-06-04
José Gregorio Hernández is being considered for canonization by the Vatican.
Papa León XVI convoca reunión especial para canonización de José Gregorio Hernández y Carmen RendilesVenezuela· 2025-06-04The cause for the canonization of the Venezuelan blessed José Gregorio Hernández Cisneros is being considered.
Papa León XIV convoca su primer consistorio ordinario sobre canonizaciones el 13 de junio
Panama· 2025-05-21José Gregorio Hernández Cisneros is the most well-known and beloved civil hero in Venezuelan history.
Hermanos de san José Gregorio HernándezVenezuela· 2025-03-24
José Gregorio was the son of Josefa Antonia and became a significant figure in his community.
Josefa Antonia Cisneros MansillaVenezuela· 2025-03-17
He signed decrees for the canonization of José Gregorio Hernández Cisneros, who will be the first Venezuelan saint.
Papa permanece estável e recebe tratamento alternado de ventilação mecânica e terapia de oxigênio, diz boletim
Brazil· 2025-03-01
José Gregorio Hernández is being canonized for his commitment to health and service to society.
Un hombre de Dios y del mundoVenezuela· 2025-03-01
Pope Francisco signed decrees for the canonization of José Gregorio Hernández Cisneros, the first Venezuelan saint.
Papa tem crise isolada de tosse com agravamento momentâneo de quadro respiratório, diz boletimBrazil· 2025-02-28José Gregorio Hernández Cisneros is set to be canonized as the first Venezuelan saint by Papa Francisco.
Papa Francisco tem noite tranquila em meio a melhoras clínicas, diz VaticanoBrazil· 2025-02-28
José Gregorio Hernández Cisneros is set to be canonized as the first Venezuelan saint by Papa Francisco.
Condições clínicas do Papa Francisco 'estão melhorando', mas ainda sem previsão de alta, afirma novo boletim do VaticanoBrazil· 2025-02-28Pope Francisco signed the canonization decree for José Gregorio Hernández Cisneros, the first saint of Venezuela.
El papa Francisco sigue mejorando de sus problemas respiratorios tras 13 días hospitalizadoPanama· 2025-02-27
Pope Francis canonized José Gregorio Hernández Cisneros, the first saint of Venezuela.
El Papa presenta nueva mejoría tras trece días hospitalizado
Honduras· 2025-02-26Pope Francis signed the canonization decree for José Gregorio Hernández Cisneros, the first saint of Venezuela.
El papa encadena otra mejoría en sus problemas respiratorios tras 13 días hospitalizado - Mundo
Paraguay· 2025-02-26Pope Francis canonized José Gregorio Hernández Cisneros, the first saint of Venezuela.
El papa encadena otra mejoría en sus problemas respiratorios tras trece días hospitalizado
Bolivia· 2025-02-26Pope Francisco canonized José Gregorio Hernández Cisneros, the first saint of Venezuela.
Papa Francisco presenta una nueva mejoría en el hospital y la TAC confirma una evolución “normal” | Vaticano | Santa Sede | MUNDO
Peru· 2025-02-26Pope Francisco canonized José Gregorio Hernández Cisneros, the first saint of Venezuela.
El papa ha desayunado, está sentado en un sillón y se espera hoy el resultado del TAC
Nicaragua· 2025-02-26Pope Francis canonized José Gregorio Hernández Cisneros, the first saint of Venezuela.
El Papa pasó bien la noche en el hospital y espera resultado del TACHonduras· 2025-02-26José Gregorio Hernández is set to be canonized, becoming the first saint of Venezuela.
Recordando milagros y con mucha fe, devotos del hermano Gregorio llegan a templo en Urdesa a orar tras noticia de canonización | Comunidad | GuayaquilEcuador· 2025-02-26
Pope Francisco has signed the decree for the canonization of José Gregorio Hernández Cisneros, the first Venezuelan saint.
pudo desayunar y sentarse en un sillón a la espera de nuevos resultados
Uruguay· 2025-02-26He was canonized as the first saint of Venezuela by Pope Francisco.
El papa Francisco ha pasado una noche tranquila y sigue descansandoBolivia· 2025-02-26Pope Francisco canonized José Gregorio Hernández Cisneros, the first saint of Venezuela.
El papa ha desayunado, está sentado en un sillón y se espera hoy el resultado del TACBolivia· 2025-02-26Pope Francisco canonized José Gregorio Hernández Cisneros, the first saint of Venezuela.
Salud del papa Francisco: estable y en espera de nuevos estudiosPanama· 2025-02-26Pope Francisco has canonized José Gregorio Hernández Cisneros, the first saint of Venezuela.
Estado de salud del papa: desayunó, está estable y aguarda el resultado del TAC - MundoParaguay· 2025-02-26