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 139Blessed José Rescalvo Ruiz
Throughout his life, he demonstrated a deep devotion to his faith and a strong desire to serve God and His people.
Blessed José Romero Ortega
After completing his studies at the Seminary of San Indalecio de Almería, he was ordained a priest in December 1899.
Blessed José Ruiz Berruezo
He was born on April 1, 1901, in Vera, a town located in the province of Almería.
Blessed José Ruiz Bruixola
He is revered as a martyr since he was killed during the Spanish Civil War for his unwavering dedication to his faith.
Blessed José Ruiz De La Torre
He was born on 26 March 1906 in Fresno de Rodilla, a small village in Burgos, Spain.
Blessed José Ruiz Montero
He was born on March 25, 1914, in Puente Genil, Córdoba, Spain, to a deeply religious family.
Blessed José Salvador Huertagutiérrez
Born on 18 March 1880 in Magdalena, Jalisco, Mexico, he led a humble and virtuous life, working as a mechanic to...
Blessed José Santos Ortega
He was a priest and a member of the Vincentian Congregation of the Mission, commonly known as the Vincentians or...
Blessed José Serrano Pastor
He was born on 24 March 1899 in the town of Corella, located in the historical region of Navarra, Spain.
Blessed José Sánchez Medina
He was born on August 3, 1900, in the town of Archena, located in the Murcia region of Spain.
Blessed José Tapia Díaz De Villachica
He was the son of merchants and began working as a clerk at an early age to learn the family trade.
Blessed José Tarrats Comaposada
Blessed José Toledo Pellicer
He was born on 14 July 1909 in the town of Llaurí, Valencia.
Blessed José Toral Cascales
He grew up in a devout Catholic family, cultivating a strong faith from a young age.
Blessed José Trallero Lou
He was born on December 28, 1903, in Oliete, Teruel, Spain.
Blessed José Trinidad Rangel Y Montaño
Born on June 4, 1887, in Dolores Hidalgo, Guanajuato, Mexico, he grew up in a devout Catholic family.
Blessed José Valencia Janices
He was born on 16 November 1906 in Artajona, Navarra, Spain, and his life of piety and service to God began at a young...
Blessed José Vargas Nevado
He was born in 1902 and died on 31 August 1936 in Villaviciosa, Córdoba, Spain.