Pedro de Bethancourt

religious leader

Pedro de Bethancourt, also known as Hermano Pedro, was a Spanish Franciscan friar who dedicated his life to serving the poor and marginalized in Guatemala during the 17th century. He is revered for his humanitarian work, particularly in founding the first hospital in Guatemala City and for his efforts in caring for the sick and needy. He was canonized as a saint by the Catholic Church in 2002, and his legacy is celebrated in Guatemala as a symbol of compassion and charity.