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 202Blessed Pere Vives Coll
He was born on 23 September 1878 in the town of Pallejá, Barcelona, Spain.
Blessed Perfecto Becerril Merino
Born on April 19, 1885, in the town of Grijalba, Burgos, Spain, he dedicated his life to serving God and educating the...
Blessed Perfecto Carrascosa Santos
He was born in the town of Villacañas in the province of Toledo, Spain.
Blessed Perfecto Del Río Páramo
He was a devoted Catholic who dedicated his life to serving God and others as a Brother in the Vincentian Congregation...
Blessed Perfecto Domínguez Monge
He was born on 18 April 1914 in Besande, a small town located in León, Spain.
Blessed Peter Acotanto
Although he had material comfort and privilege, he felt called to a life of deep spiritual dedication and self-denial.
Blessed Peter Armengol
A pivotal moment came when his own band attempted to plunder his father’s entourage, prompting a profound conversion.
Blessed Peter Aymillo
He is venerated by the Catholic Church and celebrated by the Mercedarians on July 15th.
Blessed Peter Cambiano
He grew up in a pious household, with his father being a city councillor and his mother hailing from a noble family.
Blessed Peter Casani
He was born into the Tuscan nobility and received his education at Franciscan schools in Lucca and Rome, Italy.
Blessed Peter Cerdan
His life is closely associated with that of Saint Vincent Ferrer, with whom he travelled and worked.
Blessed Peter De Amer
He was elected as the Master-General of the Mercedarians in 1271, a position he held for nearly three decades.
Blessed Peter De Bustamante
He joined the Mercedarians in Valladolid, Spain, where he lived a life of piety and devotion.
Blessed Peter De Duenas
Little is known about his early life and education.
Blessed Peter De Geremia
Educated at the University of Bologna as a brilliant law student, his path was dramatically altered one night during...
Blessed Peter De La Cadireta
Born in Moya, Catalonia, Spain, he dedicated his life to preaching and worked ardently against the heretical group...
Blessed Peter De Solanes
He received the habit of the Mercedarian Order from Saint Peter Nolasco, demonstrating his dedication to serving God...
Blessed Peter De Tornamira
He dedicated his life to the service of God and worked tirelessly to help those in need.
Blessed Peter Friedhofen