Alberto Hurtado
Chilean priest and founder of Hogar de Cristo
Born
1901
125 years ago
Died
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
Chile
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A Chilean priest and lawyer, contributed significantly to social justice and humanitarian efforts. Founded Hogar de Cristo in 1944, an organization dedicated to providing shelter and assistance to the poor and destitute in Chile. Advocated for the rights of the needy and emphasized the importance of social action guided by Christian values. Canonized as a saint by the Catholic Church in 2005, recognizing his dedication to the welfare of marginalized communities and his impactful theological writings.
Founded Hogar de Cristo
Canonized as a saint in 2005
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