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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BlessedsSaint Bartholomew, Apostle
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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 Giacomo Soler
Unfortunately, various details regarding his personal background such as his birth and death dates, veneration status,...
Blessed Giacomo Villa
From a young age, Giacomo displayed devout piety and a heart filled with compassion for the sick and poor.
Blessed Giacomo da Cerqueto
Blessed Giacomo da Ulma Griesinger
Blessed Giacomo da Varazze
Blessed Giacomo da Viterbo
Blessed Gil Belascoain Ilagorri
He was a devout Catholic lay brother who dedicated his life to serving God in the Vincentian Congregation of the...
Blessed Gil Rodicio Y Rodicio
He came from a devout family and was raised with a strong Catholic faith.
Blessed Gil Rodrigues de Valadares
Blessed Gilbert
Blessed Gilbert Of Neufontaines
Blessed Gilbert of Neufontaines, also known as Gilbert of Auvergne, was born in the late 11th century in Auvergne,...
Blessed Gilbert Of Valenciennes
Blessed Gilbert of Valenciennes, also known as Gilbert de l'Odilon, was a Benedictine monk revered for his spiritual...
Blessed Gilbert The Theologian
Born in England, it is believed that Gilbert dedicated his life to the pursuit of knowledge and deepening his...
Blessed Giles Dalmasia
While information about his birth and early life remains unknown, he is most recognized for his significant...
Blessed Giles Of Assisi
Blessed Giles of Assisi, also known as Aegidius or Egidius, was a close friend and the third follower of Saint Francis...
Blessed Giles Of Castaneda
Blessed Giles of Castaneda, also known as Giles of Castañeda, was a Benedictine Cistercian monk and the Abbot of the...
Blessed Giles Of Laurenzana
Blessed Giles of Laurenzana, also known as Giles di Bello, Bernardin, Bernardino, Egidio, and Egidius, was born on 1443...
Blessed Giles Of Santarém
Blessed Giles of Santarém, also known as Giles of Portugal, Giles of Santarem, Giles of Vauzela, Giles of Vouzela,...
Blessed Giles Of Saumur
Blessed Giles of Saumur, also known as Giles of Saumur, was a prominent figure of the Catholic Church during the 13th...