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More Than Miracles: The Strict Requirements for Canonization

More Than Miracles: The Strict Requirements for Canonization

Unpacking the detailed virtues, heroic lives, and confirmed miracles necessary for an individual to be declared a saint.
From Humble Lives to Holy Veneration: The Process of Saint Selection

From Humble Lives to Holy Veneration: The Process of Saint Selection

An in-depth look at the rigorous criteria and meticulous investigation involved in identifying and recognizing saints.
Bridging Heaven and Earth: The Practice of Praying to Saints

Bridging Heaven and Earth: The Practice of Praying to Saints

Examining the theological foundations and devotional practices behind seeking the intercession of holy figures.
Becoming a Saint: Journey to Canonization and Eternal Recognition

Becoming a Saint: Journey to Canonization and Eternal Recognition

Delving into the historical process and spiritual significance of achieving sainthood within the Christian tradition.
The Power of Prayer: Understanding Intercession in Faith

The Power of Prayer: Understanding Intercession in Faith

Exploring how believers connect with the divine and each other through the sacred act of intercession.
Understanding Saints and Patron Saints: A Clear Distinction

Understanding Saints and Patron Saints: A Clear Distinction

Demystifying Saints: The Role of the Patron Saint
Carlo Acutis, the First Millennial Saint

Carlo Acutis, the First Millennial Saint

The Italian teenager Carlo Acutis, who died in 2006 of a rare form of leukemia at age 15, will soon become the Catholic Church's first “millennial saint.”
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