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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Blessed Yosafat Kotsylovskyi
He was born on March 3, 1876, in the Lemkiv District of Ukraine, specifically in Pakoshivka.
Blessed Yosafata Hordashevs’ka
Blessed Yusuf Nehme
He was born in March 1889 in the village of Lehfed, located in the region of Jabal Lubnan, Lebanon.
Blessed Zacarías Abadía Buesa
From a young age, he received his education from the Salesians and at the age of nine, he began studying under their...
Blessed Zbigniew Adam Strzalkowski
His life was dedicated to serving the Church and spreading the message of love and peace.
Blessed Zdenka Schelingová
Blessed Zechariah
He was accepted into the Franciscan Order in Rome, Italy, by Saint Francis of Assisi himself.
Blessed Zef Marksen
He grew up in a devout Catholic family and developed a strong faith from an early age.
Blessed Zef Palaj
He was educated by the Franciscans and later joined the Friars Minor, taking the name Bernardin.
Blessed Zefirino Agostini
He was the oldest son of Antonio Agostini, a physician, and Agela Frattini.
Blessed Zenon Kovalyk
He was born on 18 August 1903 in Ivakhiv, Ternopil’s’ka oblast’, Ukraine.
Blessed Zofia Czeskamaciejowska
She married at a young age, but unfortunately, was widowed at a young age as well.
Blessed Zoltán Lajos Meszlényi
His father was a school teacher and principal, which ensured that Zoltán grew up in an environment rooted in education...
Blessed Zosimo Maria Brambat
He was born in Milan, Italy, and became a member of the abbey in 1792.
Blessed Zygmunt Pisarski
He belonged to the archdiocese of Lublin and served as a priest in a parish that staunchly refused to renounce...
Blessed Zygmunt Sajna
He was widely recognized as a beloved spiritual advisor, known for his compassionate nature and deep commitment to his...
Blessed Zynovii Kovalyk
Blessed Àngel Dolcet Agustì
He entered the Congregation of the Claretians and made his profession on 24 September 1930, dedicating his life to...