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 243Blessed William Exmew
Born in England, he distinguished himself as a noted classical scholar during his studies at Christ’s College,...
Blessed William Eynon
He was born in England and dedicated his life to his religious vocation.
Blessed William Filby
He received an excellent education at Lincoln College, Oxford, where he distinguished himself as a bright and diligent...
Blessed William Freeman
He lived during a time of great religious turmoil in England, as the country had undergone the English Reformation and...
Blessed William Gibson
He lived during a tumultuous period in English history when Catholics were persecuted.
Blessed William Gnoffi
Despite his privileged upbringing, William felt a deep religious calling from a young age.
Blessed William Greenwood
He was a devoted member of the Carthusian religious order at the London Charterhouse.
Blessed William Gunter
William Gunter, was a priest in the apostolic vicariate of England during the tumultuous era of the Catholic...
Blessed William Harcourt
He studied at the renowned Jesuit College in Saint-Omer, France, where he honed his intellect and deepened his...
Blessed William Harrington
Not much is known about his early life and upbringing.
Blessed William Hart
He was raised in a Protestant family and received his education at Lincoln College, Oxford.
Blessed William Hartley
He was raised in a Protestant family and received his education at Lincoln College, Oxford.
Blessed William Horne
He is remembered as one of the Carthusian Martyrs, a group of monks who were martyred for their refusal to accept Henry...
Blessed William Howard
He was the son of Thomas, Earl of Arundel, and the grandson of Saint Philip Howard, a revered figure in the Church.
Blessed William Iii Of Breteuil
Blessed William III of Breteuil, also known as Guglielmo, was a revered Benedictine monk who served as the abbot of...
Blessed William Ireland
Eldest son of William Ireland of Crofton Hall, Yorkshire, England and Barbara Eure of Washingborough, Lincolnshire,...
Blessed William Joseph Chaminade
He preferred his Confirmation name, Joseph, to his baptismal name.
Blessed William Knight
He was born in 1573 in South Duffield, North Yorkshire, England.
Blessed William Lacey
He married a widow named Creswell and became a stepfather to her two sons, both of whom later joined the Jesuit order.
Blessed William Lampley
He was born in Gloucester, Gloucestershire, England, and little is known about his early life.