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 248Blessed Àngel Maria Rodamilans Canals
He was a renowned Catholic priest and a member of the Benedictine Subiaco Congregation, known for his devotion to God...
Blessed Àngel Presta Batllé
He was born on 17 February 1915 in the town of Olot, located in Girona, Spain.
Blessed Álvaro Del Portillo Díez De Sollano
Blessed Álvaro del Portillo Díez de Sollano was born on March 11, 1914, in Madrid, Spain.
Blessed Álvaro Ibáñez Lázaro
At the age of just one day, he was baptized and received into the Catholic faith.
Blessed Álvaro Sanjuán Canet
He was born on 26 April 1908 in Alcocer de Planes, Alicante, Spain.
Blessed Álvaro Santos Cejudo Moreno Chocano
He is celebrated as a martyr of the Spanish Civil War.
Blessed Ángel Ayape Remón
He was born on 1 October 1915 in Cáseda, Navarra, Spain.
Blessed Ángel Cantador González
He dedicated his life to his family and held a deep devotion to his Catholic faith.
Blessed Ángel Carmelo Boix Cosials
He was born on September 2, 1914, in Pueyo de Marguillén, Huesca, Spain.
Blessed Ángel Cuartas Cristóbal
He was born on June 1, 1910, in the charming coastal village of Lastres, located in the region of Asturias, Spain.
Blessed Ángel De La Iglesia Ociña
He was born on 1 October 1913 in Nidáguila, a small village located in the province of Burgos, Spain.
Blessed Ángel De La Red Pérez
He was born on 26 February 1882 in the town of Valdavida, located in the province of León, Spain.
Blessed Ángel De Tena Martín
He served as an assistant pastor in the Hinojosa community, faithfully tending to the spiritual needs of the faithful.
Blessed Ángel Marina Álvarez
He was born on 28 March 1890 in Barruelo de los Carabeos, Santander, Spain.
Blessed Ángel Martínez Miquélez
He was the eldest son of José Martínez Polo and Juana Miquélez and was baptized at the age of one day.
Blessed Ángel Ramos Velázquez
As a young teenager, Ángel embarked on a pilgrimage to Rome, Italy, at the tender age of 15.
Blessed Édouard Poppe
Blessed Élie Desgardin
Blessed Élie Leymarie De Laroche
He grew up in a devout Catholic family and displayed a deep love for Christ from an early age.
Blessed Élisabeth Eppinger
She was the eldest of eleven children born into a poor farm family.