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 232Blessed Thomas Percy
Born in 1528 in Northumberland, England, he was a member of the influential Percy family, known for their loyalty to...
Blessed Thomas Pickering
In 1665, he was
Blessed Thomas Pilcher
He was an ardent scholar and pursued his studies at Balliol College, Oxford, where he excelled in his academics.
Blessed Thomas Plumtree
Not much is known about his early life, but it is documented that he began his studies at Corpus Christi College,...
Blessed Thomas Pormort
He received an education at Cambridge University before deciding to pursue a religious vocation.
Blessed Thomas Redyng
Born in an unknown date and place, Thomas dedicated his life to the service of God within the walls of the monastery.
Blessed Thomas Rehm
Blessed Thomas Reynolds
He was ordained in 1592 in Cadiz, Spain, and returned to England to work as a covert priest.
Blessed Thomas Scryven
Little is known about his early life, including details of his birth and background.
Blessed Thomas Sherwood
He hailed from humble beginnings, being the son of devout Catholic parents who had faced significant persecution during...
Blessed Thomas Somers
He was born in Skelsmergh, Westmoreland, England, but his exact birth date is unknown.
Blessed Thomas Sprott
Priest in the apostolic vicariate of England.
Blessed Thomas Thwing
He received his education at Douai, France, where he studied to become a priest.
Blessed Thomas Tsuji
He was born into a noble Japanese family and received a Jesuit education at Arima.
Blessed Thomas Tunstal
Born in Norwich, Norfolk, England, his dedicated faith and desire to serve God led him to pursue his studies at the...
Blessed Thomas Vasière
Born in France, the exact details of his early life and upbringing remain unknown.
Blessed Thomas Vives
Sent to Tunisia in the service of his order, he courageously sought to liberate fellow Christians enslaved by local...
Blessed Thomas Warcop
He was born in England, although specific details about his birthdate and early life are not available.
Blessed Thomas Watkinson
Born in Menthorpe, North Yorkshire, England, little is known about his early life and background.
Blessed Thomas Welbourne
Born in Hutton Bushel, North Yorkshire, England, Thomas led a humble life as a school teacher.