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 126Blessed John Of Vercelli
Blessed John of Vercelli, also known as John Garbella or Giovanni Garbella da Vercelli, was born in 1205 in Mosso Santa...
Blessed John Of Warneton
Blessed John of Warneton, also known as John of Saint Omer, John of Thérouanne, and John of Commines, was a renowned...
Blessed John Pelingotto
Despite his comfortable upbringing, John felt a deep spiritual calling and renounced his family's wealth and worldly...
Blessed John Pibush
He lived during a tumultuous period in English history when Catholicism was suppressed and priests were persecuted.
Blessed John Rainuzzi
Despite limited information available about his life, he is noted for his exemplary charity and dedication to serving...
Blessed John Righi Of Fabriano
Blessed John Righi of Fabriano, also known as Giovanni Battista da Fabriano, Giovanni da Fabriano, Giovanni Righi,...
Blessed John Robinson
He was born around 1530 in Ferrensby, West Riding, Yorkshire, England.
Blessed John Roche
Though his exact birth date and place remain unrecorded, his life was defined by service to the Catholic Church during...
Blessed John Rugg
Born in England, little is known about his early life and background.
Blessed John Sandys
Born around 1552 in Lancashire, England, not much is known about his early years and education.
Blessed John Saziari
He was born circa 1327 in the town of Cagli, Italy.
Blessed John Shert
Little is known about his early life, but it is recorded that he was educated at Brasenose College, Oxford, graduating...
Blessed John Slade
Studied at New College, Oxford, England.
Blessed John Sordi
Little is known about his early life, but it is believed that he was born around 1125 in Cremona.
Blessed John Speed
He was born in Durham, England, and dedicated his life to the Catholic faith during a tumultuous period in English...
Blessed John Storey
He received his education at the prestigious University of Oxford, where he excelled academically and earned a Doctor...
Blessed John Sugar
Born around 1558 in Wombourne, South Staffordshire, England, he dedicated his life to the Church and service to others.
Blessed John Sullivan
He was the son of Sir Edward Sullivan, the Lord Chancellor of Ireland, and was raised in the Church of Ireland.