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 127Blessed John Sutton
He was born in Ireland, although specific details about his early life are not available.
Blessed John Talbot
He was born in Thornton-le-Street, North Yorkshire, England, and little is known about his early life.
Blessed John The Good Of Siponto
He was born in Siponto, Italy, but details about his birth and early life are not available.
Blessed John The Spaniard
As a young boy, he migrated to France and settled in Arles.
Blessed John Thorne
He served as the abbey treasurer during a tumultuous period in history when King Henry VIII issued the dissolution of...
Blessed John Thules
He was born around 1568 in Upholland, Lancashire, England.
Blessed John Vallejo
He was born on an unknown date, but his life and exemplary faith is well-documented.
Blessed John Van Ruysbroeck
While not much is known about his father, his mother was a devout woman who later entered a convent.
Blessed John Woodcock
He was born in 1603 in Clayton-le-Woods, Lancashire, England, during a time of intense religious persecution in England.
Blessed John Zakoly
He is revered for his dedication to spreading the teachings of the faith and his significant contributions to the...
Blessed John of Fiesole
Blessed Jordan Forzatei
He entered the Benedictine order and became a monk at Padua.
Blessed Jordan Of Pisa
Blessed Jordan of Pisa, also known as Giordano Pierleoni, was born around 1255 in Pisa, Italy.
Blessed Jordan Of Pulsano
Blessed Jordan of Pulsano, a devoted Benedictine monk of the monastery at Pulsano in Italy, dedicated his life to the...
Blessed Jordan Of Saxony
Blessed Jordan of Saxony, born into the Saxon nobility, received a pious upbringing and was noted for his early charity...
Blessed Jordan von Sachsen
Blessed Jordi Sampé Tarragó
He was born on 14th January 1908 in Villalba dels Arcs, a small town in Tarragona, Spain.
Blessed Jorge Vargas González
He was the son of a physician and grew up in a devout Catholic family.
Blessed Joris
He grew up amidst the love and presence of his seven brothers, in a home filled with faith and strong Christian values.