Blessed Joan Blanch Badía

Blessed Joan Blanch Badía was born on 1 March 1873 in Puigpelat, Tarragona, Spain. He was ordained as a priest on 12 June 1897 and became a member of the Claretians, a religious congregation founded by Saint Anthony Mary Claret. He made his religious vows on 27 July 1902, committing himself to a life of service and dedication to God.