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Spanish missionary

A Spanish missionary is a person from Spain who travels to different regions, often abroad, with the goal of promoting their faith, particularly Christianity. They may help build churches, teach religious values, provide education, and support communities physically and spiritually. Historically, Spanish missionaries played a significant role in spreading Christianity and European culture to Latin America, the Philippines, and other parts of the world during the Age of Exploration and beyond. Their work combines religious devotion with efforts to improve social and community life, often balancing spiritual guidance with practical assistance.