Join us in honoring the heroic Ulma family, also known as “The Samaritans of Markowa,” who will be beatified by the Church for their selfless actions during World War II. Despite the risks, Józef and Wiktoria Ulma and their seven children, including an unborn child, hid eight Jews in their home in Markowa, Poland. This act of love and compassion led to their tragic deaths at the hands of the Nazi regime. The Ulmas’ bravery and sacrifice are a reminder of the importance of valuing and protecting every human life. Learn more about their inspiring story and the beatification process from Witold Burda, the Postulator of the Beatification Process of the Ulma Family.

Receive the most important news from EWTN Vatican via WhatsApp. It has become increasingly difficult to see Catholic news on social media. Subscribe to our free channel today
EWTN
Share
Would you like to receive the latest updates on the Pope and the Vatican
Receive articles and updates from our EWTN Newsletter.
More news related to this article
Vatican official in Russia: War in Ukraine must end, but not through military means
Archbishop Paul Gallagher emphasized that the conflict much be resolved through the political and diplomatic process and for
Catholic Faithful Cannot Join Freemasonry, Vatican Reaffirms
In another response published on the Dicatery's website concerning the rise of faithful enrolled in Freemasonry in the Philippines, the Dicatery reiterates the Church's teaching and asks to evaluate pastoral actions.
Archbishop Fisher: Holy relics are not ‘just a quirky Catholic thing’
Archbishop Anthony Fisher of Sydney told a packed basilica of young jubilee pilgrims that holy relics are “not just a quirky Catholic thing.
St. Joseph: Mary’s Most Chaste Spouse
Devotion to St. Joseph is widespread throughout the Catholic Church. Although the Bible says relatively little about him,
Pope Leo XIV: Death is ‘a hope for the future’
Celebrating Mass for the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed at Rome’s Verano Cemetery, Pope Leo XIV invited
New doctrine chief welcomes debate but warns bishops about ‘schism’ risks
Cardinal-elect Víctor Manuel Fernández, who is poised to take up his position as the head of the Vatican’s




