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 160Blessed Luis Prado García
He dedicated his life to the pursuit of holiness and the service of God, aspiring to become a priest.
Blessed Luis Quintas Durán
He was born on April 24, 1918, in Almería, Spain.
Blessed Luis Ramírez Y Ramírez
He dedicated his life to the service of God and the communities of Luque, El Carpio, Villaralto, and...
Blessed Luis Ros Ezcurra
He was born on April 30, 1910, in Lezáun, Navarra, Spain.
Blessed Luis Suárez Velasco
At the age of 20, Luis joined the Dominican Order in Almagro, Spain, in 1917.
Blessed Luis Urbano Lanaspa
He entered the Dominican Order and professed his vows on 30 October 1899.
Blessed Luis Valls Matamales
He was born on May 3, 1870, in Benaguacil, Valencia, Spain, to a deeply religious family.
Blessed Luis Vidaurrázaga González
He was a Benedictine monk belonging to the Solesmes Congregation, known for his commitment to his religious vocation as...
Blessed Luis Villanueva Montoya
He was born on September 10, 1888, in Cucho, a small town in Burgos, Spain.
Blessed Luisa María Frías Cañizares
She devoted her life to her faith and selflessly served others in the Archdiocese of Valencia.
Blessed Lukarda Of Oberweimar
Blessed Lukarda of Oberweimar, also known as Lukarda of Erfurt, Lukardis, Lucardis, or Lutgarda, was a Cistercian nun...
Blessed Luke Belludi
He led a remarkable life devoted to the Franciscan Order and became a close companion of two renowned saints, Anthony...
Blessed Luke Of Messina
Blessed Luke of Messina, also known as Blessed Luke of Calabria, was a twelfth-century monk hailing from a Greek-rite...
Blessed Lupo De Paredes
Born in an unknown date and place, he entered the Mercedarian Order at the age of 34.
Blessed Lupo Of Sagra
Blessed Lupo of Sagra, a Mercedarian friar, is recognized for his exceptional service and devotion to Christianity...
Blessed László Batthyány-Strattmann
Blessed Léon Mopinot
Blessed Macarius
Blessed Macarius The Scot
He was born in Ireland in the 11th century, although the exact date of his birth is unknown.
Blessed Maddalena Albrici