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 185Blessed Michele Soriano
He dedicated his life to serving God and his fellow human beings and became a beacon of spiritual inspiration for his...
Blessed Michelina Of Pesaro
Blessed Michelina of Pesaro was born to the wealthy Italian nobility.
Blessed Michelina da Pesaro
Blessed Michellouis Brulard
He was born on 11 June 1758 in Chartres, Eure-et-Loir, France.
Blessed Mieczyslaw Bohatkiewicz
He dedicated his life to the service of God and his fellow human beings, particularly the poor and marginalized.
Blessed Mieczyslawa Kowalska
Blessed Mieczysława Kowalska, also known as Maria Teresa of the Child Jesus or Maria Teresa Kowalska, was born in...
Blessed Miguel Aguado Camarillo
He lived a devout Catholic life as a married layman in the archdiocese of Madrid.
Blessed Miguel Agustin Pro
He was the son of a mining engineer and grew up in a pious home.
Blessed Miguel Alberto Flos
He was born on 12 November 1881 in Benicarló, Castellón, Spain.
Blessed Miguel Amaro Rodríguez
His life was marked by devotion to God and service to others, particularly during a tumultuous period in Spain's...
Blessed Miguel Arenas Castro
He was born in Carcabuey, Córdoba, Spain, in the year 1906.
Blessed Miguel Beato Sánchez
He was a devout Catholic from a young age and felt a deep calling to serve God and his fellow human beings.
Blessed Miguel Borrego Amo
He served as a dedicated priest in the diocese of Córdoba, specifically ministering to the communities of Fuente la...
Blessed Miguel Borrero Picón
He was ordained a priest for the archdiocese of Sevilla, Spain on 19 November 1903, embarking on a vocation dedicated...
Blessed Miguel Carvalho
He entered the Society of Jesus, commonly known as the Jesuits, in 1597, demonstrating a strong commitment to his faith...
Blessed Miguel Domingo Cendra
Blessed Miguel Díaz Sánchez
He is venerated as a martyr by the Catholic Church.
Blessed Miguel Facerías Garcés
He entered the order and professed his religious vows on March 24, 1893, dedicating his life to the service of God and...
Blessed Miguel Faúndez López
He was born on July 23, 1907, in La Hiniesta, which is located in the Diocese of Zamora, Spain.
Blessed Miguel Francisco Gonzálezdíez Gonzáleznúñez
He was born on May 8, 1883, in Palazuelo de Torío, León, Spain.