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 201Blessed Pedro Álvarez Pérez
At a young age, he showed great devotion to the Catholic faith and felt a calling to serve God.
Blessed Pelagi Ayats Vergés
He was born on 23 August 1915 in Sant Salvador de Bianya, Girona, Spain, and despite his short life, he left a profound...
Blessed Pelagia Leonti Of Milazzo
She was the daughter of Domenico Leonti and Bernarda Maiolino, and sister of another blessed individual, Angelica of...
Blessed Pelayo José Granado Prieto
His feast days are celebrated on 27 August and 6 November as one of the Vincentian Martyrs.
Blessed Pellegrino Of Falerone
Blessed Pellegrino of Falerone, also known as Pelagius, was the son of Roger, a wealthy lord from Falerone, Italy.
Blessed Pellegrino da Falerone
Blessed Pere Caball Juncà
Anthony Mary Claret.
Blessed Pere Farrés Valls
He dedicated himself passionately to serving his community and spreading the teachings of the Catholic Church.
Blessed Pere Gelabert Amer
He was a devout Catholic and dedicated his life to serving his community and the Church.
Blessed Pere Massó Llagostera
He was born on April 20, 1897, in Sant Joan Les Fonts, Girona, Spain.
Blessed Pere Roca Toscas
Pere was deeply passionate about literature, particularly Catalan works, and had a talent for writing poetry.
Blessed Pere Rofes Llauradó
He is also known as "Blessed Pere Rofes" and is recognized as a martyr of the Spanish Civil War.
Blessed Pere Sadurní Raventós
From a young age, Pere was drawn to religious life and displayed a strong inclination towards spirituality.
Blessed Pere Sisterna Torrent
He was born on 21 March 1878 in Llagostera, Girona, Spain.
Blessed Pere Sitges Obiols
He entered the Congregation of the Missionaries, Sons of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, commonly known as the...
Blessed Pere Tarrés I Claret
He was raised alongside his sisters, Francesca and Maria, who later entered the Conceptionist Order.
Blessed Pere Vallmitjana Abarca
He was born on May 19, 1875, in Barcelona, Spain.
Blessed Pere Valls Piernau
He was born on November 22, 1885, in the town of Vilamacolm, Girona, Spain.
Blessed Pere Verdaguer Saurina
He was born on 24 October 1908 in Manlleu, Barcelona, Spain.
Blessed Pere Vilar Espona
He is regarded as a martyr, having been killed during the Spanish Civil War.