St Oscar Romero Clip-On Figure

Saint Oscar Romero

El Salvador | 1917-1980

Quiet by nature, Oscar Romero became archbishop of El Salvador during an extremely violent period.  Chosen because of his timidity he soon became a political target by speaking out against injustice and oppression until he was assassinated while celebrating Mass.

Feast Day:  March 24

Patronage:  El Salvador, the poor, the oppressed.