Roman Sitko facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Blessed Roman Sitko |
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| Martyr | |
| Born | 30 March 1880 Czarna Sędziszowska, Poland |
| Died | 12 October 1942 (aged 62) Auschwitz-Birkenau |
| Beatified | 13 June 1999 by Pope John Paul II |
| Feast | 12 October, 12 June (with the 108 Blessed Polish Martyrs) |
Roman Sitko (born March 30, 1880 – died October 12, 1942) was a Polish Catholic priest. He lived during a very difficult time in history. In 1941, he was arrested by the Nazis. He later died at the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp.
The Catholic Church honors him as a martyr. A martyr is someone who dies for their beliefs. He was also beatified by Pope John Paul II on June 13, 1999. Beatification is a special step towards becoming a saint.
Early Life and Priesthood
Roman Sitko was born on March 30, 1880. His hometown was Czarna Sędziszowska in Poland. When he was 20 years old, in 1900, he began studying to become a priest.
He finished his studies and was ordained a priest in Tarnów in 1904. After becoming a priest, he served in the town of Mielec. He worked there from 1907 until 1921.
Arrest and Imprisonment
During World War II, many people faced danger. Roman Sitko was arrested on May 22, 1941. He was taken by the Nazis.
He was held in prison for several months. In August 1942, he was sent to the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp. This was a very harsh place. He died there on October 12, 1942.
Honoring Roman Sitko
After his death, Roman Sitko was remembered. He became known as one of the 108 Martyrs of World War II. These were Polish people who died for their faith during the war.
Pope John Paul II officially beatified him on June 13, 1999. This means he is recognized as "Blessed." His special day of remembrance is celebrated every year on October 12.
In 2014, a Polish filmmaker named Dawid Szpara made a documentary about Roman Sitko's life.
See also
- List of saints of Poland
- List of saints canonized by Pope John Paul II
