A century ago, the Church of Córdoba began to rescue the figure of Osio, a task that has continued to resonate strongly in the region. The current bishop, Demetrio Fernández, has advocated for Osio to be canonized again, which has been supported by the Vatican. Adolfo Pérez Muñoz, the bishop at that time, visited Pope Pius XI in Rome to propose erecting a monument in honor of Osio, who drafted the Nicene Creed.
Osio was the first documented bishop of Córdoba, and his relevance is highlighted by his courage in defending his beliefs, which led him to be beaten and exiled by the emperor. Born in 256 and appointed bishop in 295, he also participated in the Council of Elvira in the early 4th century. His legacy has been supported by figures such as Saint Augustine and is considered a key point in the history of the Church.
Despite his persecution and subsequent pressures, Osio remained steadfast in his beliefs and in the drafting of the Nicene Creed. He was an advisor to Emperor Constantine and played a prominent role in the councils of his time. Now, the Western Catholic Church is close to declaring him saint, a title he already holds in the Eastern Catholic and Orthodox Churches.
The Council of Nicaea, convened 1,700 years ago, was crucial in defending the ideas of Osio and Saint Athanasius, resulting in the drafting of the Nicene Creed that is still recited today. Two monuments commemorate Osio in Córdoba, and his figure has been key in the separation between civil and religious power, establishing a lasting legacy in the history of the Church.
Osio died in 357 at the age of 101, leaving an indelible mark on Christian theology. His possible glorification by the Vatican would mean a further step in recognizing his importance, and perhaps in the future, the feast day of Saint Osio of Córdoba will be officially celebrated. His legacy endures as a symbol of courage and steadfastness in faith, inspiring many throughout the centuries.
