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 175Blessed Mariemarguerite De Barbégie Dalbrède
Sofia de Barbegie d’Albarède or Sister Saint Sophia, was a Catholic Ursuline nun who was martyred during the French...
Blessed Marierose Laye
She was an Ursuline nun who lived during the tumultuous period of the French Revolution.
Blessed Mariethérèse Haze
She was one of seven children born to the secretary of the last prince-bishop of Liège.
Blessed Marieélisabeth Turgeon
Blessed Marie-Élisabeth Turgeon was born on 7 February 1840 in Beaumont, Quebec, Canada.
Blessed Marija Petkovic
She was the sixth of eleven children born to Antun Petkovic-Kovac and Maria Marinovic, and she was raised in a wealthy...
Blessed Marin Shkurti
Biography of Blessed Marin Shkurti:
Blessed Marina Of Spoleto
Blessed Marina of Spoleto, also known as Vallarina Petruccini, was a devout member of the Canonesses Regular of Saint...
Blessed Marino
Blessed Marino Blanes Giner
He was baptized on the day of his birth and later confirmed on August 8, 1902, in the parish church of Santa Maria in...
Blessed Marino Of Cava
Blessed Marino of Cava, also known as Marino of Cava dei Tirreni, was a Benedictine monk and a spiritual student of...
Blessed Mario Borzaga
He led a remarkable life dedicated to the service of God and his fellow human beings.
Blessed Mario Ghibaudo
Ordained on 19 June 1943, he began his priestly ministry in the diocese of Cuneo, Italy.
Blessed Mario Vergara
His dedication to the Catholic faith and his desire to spread the Gospel led him on a remarkable spiritual journey.
Blessed Marià Binefa Alsinella
Professing his vows on 11 June 1933, he embraced the Claretian charism of evangelization, education, and pastoral care,...
Blessed Marià Mullerat Soldevila
Born into the ordinary life of family and civic duty within his community, he lived out his Christian vocation...
Blessed Mark Barkworth
Described as a tall, burly man with an always cheerful disposition, Mark embarked on a journey that would ultimately...
Blessed Mark Fantucci
Coming from a wealthy family, he received an excellent education and pursued a career in law, gaining recognition as a...
Blessed Mark Gjani
Little is known about his early life and family background.
Blessed Mark Of Aviano
He was the son of Marco Pasquale Cristofori and Rosa Zanoni.