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 128Blessed Josaphat Chichkov
From a young age, he displayed a deep devotion to his faith, and at the age of 16, he joined the Congregation of the...
Blessed Josaphata Mykhailyna Hordashevska
She was born on November 20, 1869, in Lviv, Ukraine, as Mykhailyna Hordashevska.
Blessed Joscius Roseus
He is particularly renowned for his deep devotion to Our Lady.
Blessed Jose Guardiet Y Pujol
He was born on 21 June 1879 in Manlleu, Barcelona, Spain, and dedicated his life to serving the Catholic Church.
Blessed Jose María Bengoa Aranguren
He was born on 19 June 1890 in Santa Agata de Guesatíbar, Guipúzcoa, Spain.
Blessed Jose Tàpies Y Sirvant
He was the son of Juan Tàpies and Serafina Sirvant.
Blessed Josef Mayrnusser
He was deeply influenced by his brother Jakob, who became a priest, and both were devoted followers of Blessed...
Blessed Josefa Bonilla Benavides
She is remembered as one of the countless martyrs who lost their lives during the Spanish Civil War due to their...
Blessed Josefa Gironés Arteta
She was a member of the Daughters of Charity of Saint Vincent de Paul and is recognized as a martyr of the Spanish...
Blessed Josefa Martínez Pérez
She was born on 5 August 1897 in Alberique, Valencia, Spain.
Blessed Josefa María de Santa Inés
Blessed Josefa Monrabal Montaner
She was born on July 3, 1901, in Gandía, Valencia, Spain, and dedicated her life to serving God and others through her...
Blessed Josefa Naval Girbés
From a young age, she showed a strong devotion to her faith, ultimately consecrating herself by a personal perpetual...
Blessed Josefa Romero Clariana
She joined the Sisters of the Christian Doctrine and made her profession as a religious sister.
Blessed Josefa Ruano García
She was a dedicated nun and a member of the Little Sisters of the Abandoned Elderly.
Blessed Josefina Moscardó Montalvá
She was baptized at the age of 4 days at the church of Saint Catherine.
Blessed Josep Albareda Ramoneda
He was born on June 13, 1888, in Barcelona.
Blessed Josep Alsina Casas
He was deeply committed to his faith from an early age, and this led him to enter the religious life.
Blessed Josep Ausellé Rigau
He dedicated his life to religious service and became a member of the Claretians, a religious congregation founded by...
Blessed Josep Badía Minguella
He was born on September 18, 1863, in the small village of Salomó, located in the province of Tarragona.