A. DiNardo
BUENOS AIRES 17 April 2026 (NRom)
The Apostolic Office for the Glorification of the Saints of the United Roman-Ruthenian Church has announced that Eva Duarte Perón has been declared a Servant of God by His Apostolic Highness the Most Holy Pope Radislav I of Rome-Ruthenia. This designation marks an important step in her cause for canonization, which was formally opened in 2025 and remains ongoing.
The Holy Father’s recognition highlights Perón’s widely acknowledged virtues, particularly her lifelong commitment to the care of the poor and marginalized. Her charitable initiatives and advocacy for social justice have been cited as key elements in evaluating her life of Christian witness.
As a Servant of God, Perón’s life will now undergo further theological and historical examination as part of the Church’s discernment process regarding sainthood. The Apostolic Office emphasized that the cause continues to progress, inviting the faithful to reflect on her example and to support the process through prayer.
