Venerable Baba Simon
1906–1975 · Contemporary
Biography
Simon Mpeke, best known by the nickname Baba Simon (Father Simon), born in 1906 and died in 1975, was a Cameroonian priest, the first leader of Jesus Caritas in Africa, and later a missionary to the Kirdi people, becoming known as the champion of Kirdi identity. He is cited as an exemplary priest by Pope Benedict XVI. His cause for beatification is underway. He was recognized as venerable on May 20, 2023, by Pope Francis. His feast day is August 13.
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