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 137Blessed José María Peris Polo
He demonstrated early on a strong devotion to the Catholic faith and a desire to dedicate his life to serving God and...
Blessed José María Polo Rejón
From a young age, he showed a deep sense of piety and a strong desire to serve God and his fellow men.
Blessed José María Poyatosruiz
He is known for his deep faith, his commitment to Catholic Action, and his regular devotion to Eucharistic adoration.
Blessed José María Recalde Magúregui
He grew up in a devout Catholic family and showed a deep spiritual inclination from a young age.
Blessed José María Roig Llorca
He dedicated his life to serving God and his fellow man, ultimately sacrificing his life as a martyr for his faith.
Blessed José María Rojas Lobo
He was born on 29 September 1910 in Sevilla, Spain, and from a young age, demonstrated a deep devotion to his Catholic...
Blessed José María Ruano López
He dedicated his life to the service of God and the people of his community.
Blessed José María Ruiz Cano
José María Ruiz Cano, was a Claretian priest who was martyred in the religious persecutions of the Spanish Civil War.
Blessed José María Ruiz Cardeñosa
He was born on July 26, 1902, in the town of Osuna, located in Seville, Spain.
Blessed José María Sanchís Mompó
He was born on October 8, 1858, in Benifaió, Valencia, Spain.
Blessed José María Segura Panadés
From a young age, he exhibited a strong devotion to his Catholic faith and a calling to serve God as a priest.
Blessed José María Segura Penadés
Blessed José María Urruchi Ortiz
He was a dedicated and devout Catholic who felt a calling to serve God at an early age.
Blessed José María Zabal Blasco
At the age of 12, José experienced a significant loss when his father passed away.
Blessed José Mata Luis
He is honored and venerated in the Catholic Church for his ultimate sacrifice in defense of his faith.
Blessed José Medes Ferrís
He was baptized on the day of his birth, beginning his lifelong journey as a devout Catholic.
Blessed José Menéndez García
He dedicated his life to the service of God and entered the Dominican Order, where he underwent rigorous theological...
Blessed José Miguel Peñarroya Dolz
He was born on November 3, 1908, in Forcall, Castellón, Spain.
Blessed José Morales Ruiz
He was born on May 8, 1886, in El Viso de los Pedroches, Córdoba, Spain.
Blessed José Mulet Velilla
He was born on June 28, 1917, in the small town of Mazaleón, located in the province of Teruel, Spain.