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 230Blessed Teófilo Montes Calvo
He was born on October 2, 1912, in Gumiel de Mercado, Burgos, Spain.
Blessed Thaddeus Mccarthy
Blessed Thaddeus McCarthy, also known as Tadhg MacCarthy and Taddeo Machar, was born around 1455 in County Cork,...
Blessed Theobald Of England
Blessed Theobald of England was a Mercedarian friar who dedicated his life to the redemption of Christians held captive...
Blessed Theobald Of Narbonne
Blessed Theobald of Narbonne, also known as Theobald of Tunis, was a Mercedarian friar who dedicated his life to the...
Blessed Theobald Roggeri
He renounced his privileged position to embrace a life of simplicity.
Blessed Theobald Stapleton
Born in Ireland, his date of birth is currently unknown.
Blessed Theodolinda The Queen
She was born to the noble family of Wandrada and Duke Garibald I of Bavaria.
Blessed Theodora Of Rossano
Blessed Theodora of Rossano, also known as Teodora, was a nun and spiritual student of Saint Nilus the Younger.
Blessed Theodoric Of Saint Evroult
Blessed Theodoric of Saint Evroult, also known as Theodoric of Mathonville or Thierry, was a devout Benedictine monk...
Blessed Thiemo Of Salzburg
Blessed Thiemo of Salzburg, also known as Dietmar, Theodinarus, Theodmarus, or Thimo, was born around the year 1040 to...
Blessed Thomas Abel
He became a renowned scholar, obtaining his Doctor of Divinity from Oxford University.
Blessed Thomas Alfield
He received his education at Eton and King's College, Cambridge, where he obtained his degree in 1568.
Blessed Thomas Atkinson
He was born in Menthorpe, North Yorkshire, England, and his exact birth date is unknown.
Blessed Thomas Bathe
He is best remembered as one of the Irish Martyrs, individuals who valiantly sacrificed their lives for their faith...
Blessed Thomas Bellacci
His life took a decisive turn when he was falsely accused of a serious crime.
Blessed Thomas Belson
Born around 1564 in Brill, Buckinghamshire, England, he received his education at Exeter College, Oxford, and Douai...
Blessed Thomas Bosgrave
Born in the late sixteenth century, though the precise date remains unknown, Bosgrave’s vocation was one of quiet...
Blessed Thomas Bullaker
He was the only son of a pious and well-to-do physician.
Blessed Thomas Corsini Of Orvieto
Born around the year 1300 in Orvieto, Italy, he dedicated his life to serving God and his fellow brothers and sisters.