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 68Blessed Ermanno Of Foligno
Blessed Ermanno of Foligno, also known as Ermanno di Foligno, was a renowned Franciscan friar minor who lived in the...
Blessed Ermentrude Of Liège
Blessed Ermentrude of Liège, although not widely known in popular Catholicism, holds a significant place in the...
Blessed Erminia Of Rheims
Blessed Erminia of Rheims, also known as Ermina, was a holy woman who lived in poverty and exemplified humility and...
Blessed Ero Di Armenteira
Although specific details about his early life and birth are not available, his contributions and spiritual influence...
Blessed Esclaramunda Of Majorca
She was the daughter of Count Roger IV of Foix and Brunisenda Cardona, two influential nobles of the time.
Blessed Esperanza De Jesus
She was the eldest of nine children born to a peasant family.
Blessed Estanislao García Obeso
He was born on September 19, 1875, in Requejo, Santander, Cantabria, Spain.
Blessed Estanislao Páramo Marcos
He was born on May 7, 1885, in Pedrosa del Rio Urbel, Burgos, Spain.
Blessed Estanislau Sans Hortoneda
He was born on June 8, 1887, in Maspujols, a small village in the province of Tarragona.
Blessed Esteban Anuncibay Letona
He was born on 26 December 1892 in Mijancas, a village in Vitoria, Spain.
Blessed Esteban Barrenechea Arriaga
He was born on December 26, 1880, in Elorrio, Vizcaya, Spain.
Blessed Esteban Cobosanz
He was born on 21st November 1905 in Rábano, Valladolid, Spain.
Blessed Esteban Cuevas Casquero
He was born on 26 December 1913 in the small town of Besande in León, Spain.
Blessed Esteban García Y García
He was a member of the Salesians of Don Bosco, a religious congregation founded by Saint John Bosco, dedicated to the...
Blessed Esteve Llover Torrent
He was born on July 27, 1885, in the town of Les Planes d'Hostoles, Girona, in the region of Catalonia, Spain.
Blessed Esteve Santacana Armengol
He was a devout Franciscan Capuchin who made his religious profession on 4 October 1905.
Blessed Esther Paniagua Alonso
She was the daughter of Dolores Alonso and Nicasio Paniagua.
Blessed Eudald Rodas Saurina
Born on 1 August 1912 in Santa Coloma de Farners, Girona, Spain, he grew up with a strong faith and a desire to serve...
Blessed Eufrasio Of The Child Jesus
Blessed Eufrasio of the Child Jesus, also known as Eufrasio Barredo Fernández, was a Discalced Carmelite priest who met...
Blessed Eugenia Maria Ravasco