Blessed Helena Stollenwerk
Also known as: Anna Helena Stollenwerk; Maria Stollenwerk; Maria Virgo; Maria Elena
Blessed
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
February 3
Born
November 28, 1852
Died
February 3, 1900
Beatified
17 May 1995 by Pope John Paul II
Venerated
14 May 1991 by Pope John Paul II (decree of heroic virtues)
Biography
Blessed Helena Stollenwerk, also known as Anna Helena Stollenwerk, Maria Stollenwerk, Maria Virgo, and Maria Elena, was born on 28 November 1852 in Rollensbroich, in the Archdiocese of Cologne, Rhineland Palatinate, Germany. She grew up in a devout farm family that actively participated in parish life and was deeply influenced by her religious upbringing.