Argentina marks 50th anniversary of Bishop Enrique Angelelli's martyrdom

The Diocese of La Rioja announced a program of events to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the 1976 killing of Bishop Enrique Angelelli and fellow Riojan martyrs—priests Carlos de Dios Murias, Gabriel Longueville and layman Wenceslao Pedernera. Central activities will run from 1 to 4 August, beginning with a Mass and pilgrimage at Punta de los Llanos, a commemorative ceremony on Route 38 at 15:00, cultural performances, and a diocesan march. A museum dedicated to Angelelli’s pastoral work will open next to the La Rioja Cathedral, and families of the martyrs will attend. A related article notes that archival records differ on Angelelli’s exact birth date, listing either 17 July or 18 July 1923.