The Blesseds
On the path to sainthood, these holy men and women have been recognized by the Church for their heroic virtue. Their lives remind us that holiness is a journey each of us is called to walk.
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Blessed Miroslav Bulešic
He was born on 13 May 1920 in Cabrunici, Svetvincenat, Istarska, Croatia.
Blessed Isidre Torres Balsells
He was born on 27 November 1874 in Blancafort, a small village in the region of Tarragona.
Blessed Edward Kazmierski
He came from a humble background as the son of a poor cobbler in the Archdiocese of Poznan.
Blessed María de la Encarnación Rosal
Blessed Fortunato Velasco Tobar
He grew up in a devout Catholic family and showed an early inclination towards the priesthood.
Blessed Jarogniew Wojciechowski
He was born on November 5, 1922, in Poznan, Wielkopolskie, Poland, to a troubled family.
Blessed Rigoberto Aquilino De Anta Barrio
He was born on January 4, 1894, in the town of Sax, Alicante, Spain.
Blessed Edward Klinik
He grew up in a devout Catholic family in the archdiocese of Poznan.
Blessed Veronica Antal
She was the eldest of four children in her family and was raised in a home deeply rooted in the Christian faith.
Blessed Franciszek Kesy
He was the son of a carpenter who moved his family to Poznan in search of work.
Blessed André Fardeau
Born on 19 November 1761 in Soucelles, Maine-et-Loire, France, André's life was marked by unwavering dedication to his...
Blessed Lorenzo Lizasoáin Lizaso
He was the son of Miguel Ángel Lizasoain and Francisca Lizaso.
Blessed Antonio De Blanes
While specific details about his early life, such as his date of birth and representation, remain unknown, the legacy...
Blessed Félix González Tejedor
He joined the Salesians at Carabanchel Alto in Madrid, Spain, and made his vows on 13 September 1907.
Blessed Luis Almécija Lázaro
He came from a devout farming family and was baptized just three days after his birth.
Blessed Czeslaw Jozwiak
He received his education from the Salesians and became an active member of the Salesian youth oratory.
Blessed Maksymilian Binkiewicz
He displayed remarkable intelligence and a deep devotion to Catholicism from a young age.
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Page 110Blessed Iustus Takayama Ukon
He came from a wealthy land-owning family, and from a young age, he displayed a keen interest in Christianity.
Blessed Ivan Merz
He was raised in a devout Catholic family and received a comprehensive education.
Blessed Ivan Sleziuk
He was born on 14 January 1896 in Zhyvachiv, Stanislaviv District, Ukraine.
Blessed Ivan Ziatyk
He was born on 26 December 1899 in Odrekhiv, present-day Poland, and grew up in a devout Catholic family.
Blessed Ivetta Of Huy
Blessed Ivetta of Huy, born into a wealthy but spiritually indifferent family, endured a life marked by profound...
Blessed Ivo Of Chartres
Blessed Ivo of Chartres, also known as Yves or Yvo, was born around 1040 in Beauvais, France, to a noble family.
Blessed Jacinto Blanch Ferrer
He came from a devout and large family, with all of his siblings eventually entering religious life, five of them...
Blessed Jacinto De Los Ángeles
He was born around the years 1660-1663 in the village of San Francisco Cajonos, situated in Oaxaca, Mexico.
Blessed Jacinto García Chicote
He was born on 16 August 1891 in Támara de Campos, Palencia, Spain.
Blessed Jacinto García Riesco
He is also known as Jacinto Miguel García Riesco.
Blessed Jacinto Gutiérrez Terciado
Born on July 3, 1909, in Guadilla, Burgos, Spain, he dedicated his life to the service of God and his fellow men.
Blessed Jacinto Gómez Peña
He was raised in a devout and pious family, deeply rooted in their Catholic faith.
Blessed Jacinto Hoyuelos Gonzalo
He joined the Hospitallers of Saint John of God in 1934 and made his vows on September 8, 1935, dedicating his life to...
Blessed Jacinto Martínez Ayuela
He dedicated his life to serving God and the Catholic Church, ultimately giving the ultimate sacrifice during the...
Blessed Jacinto Serrano López
He was born on July 30, 1901, in Urrea de Gaén, Teruel, Spain.
Blessed Jacinto Vera Y Durán
He hailed from a humble farming family and spent his youth working in the fields alongside his family members.
Blessed Jacob Clou
He was born around 1600 in the Netherlands, and his life was marked by a deep devotion to the faith and a strong sense...
Blessed Jacoba De Settesoli
She lived a remarkable life as a mother, grandmother, widow, and faithful follower of Saint Francis of Assisi and Saint...
Blessed Jacobinus De Canepaci
Coming from humble origins, he spent his life devoted to his faith and the service of others.
Blessed Jacopone Da Todi
He hailed from the noble Benedetti family of Todi and later became a renowned successful lawyer in Bologna, Italy.