Blessed Jerzy Popieluszko
Blessed
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
October 19
Born
September 14, 1947
Died
October 1, 19
Beatified
6 June 2010 by Pope Benedict XVI
Biography
Blessed Jerzy Popieluszko, also known as Father Jerzy, was born on 14 September 1947 in Okopy, Podlaskie, Poland, into a humble farm family. He grew up with strong Christian values and a deep sense of social justice.