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Saints of the Day

Saints: 28
Blesseds: 8

Today's Celebrated Saints and Blesseds

Saint Anastasius of Tombolenia

Saint Anastasius of Tombolenia

Saint Anastasius of Tombolenia, also known as Anastasius of Cluny and Anastasio, was born in the city of Venice, Italy. He lived during the medieval period, where he played a significant role in the monastic life of the Catholic Church. Saint Anastasius found his calling as a monk on the tranquil island of Tombolenia, located off the coast of Brittany, France. After embracing the monastic life, Saint Anastasius eventually joined the renowned Abbey of Cluny, widely regarded as one of the most influential monastic centers in Europe during his time. Within the walls of this es...

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Catholic saints serve as examples of virtue, holiness, and the human potential for grace. Their lives remind us that holiness is attainable for everyone, and by learning about saints, you can:

The Path to Sainthood

The process of canonization in the Catholic Church is a rigorous and thorough examination of a person's life and virtues. It typically involves several stages:

  1. Servant of God: The initial stage when a person's life is examined for heroic virtue.
  2. Venerable: The person is recognized for having lived a life of heroic virtue.
  3. Blessed: A miracle attributed to the person's intercession is verified.
  4. Saint: A second miracle is verified, leading to canonization.

This process ensures that those recognized as saints truly embody the virtues of Christian life and serve as models for the faithful.

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