Pedro Calungsod
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About
17th century Filipino saint who was martyred in Guam for his religious beliefs and missionary work.
Before Fame
At 14 he was chose to accompany the Jesuits in their mission to the Ladrones Islands.
Trivia
He was persecuted partially because of a false rumor that spread about the baptismal water being poisoned.
Family Life
Not much is known about his family.
Associated With
He was beatified by Pope John Paul II in 2000.
