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Saints of the Day

Saints: 23
Blesseds: 8

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Today's Celebrated Saints and Blesseds

Saint ColumbanusSaint Sisinius of CyzicusSaint Amphilocus of IconiumSaint Alexander NewskiSaint Rachildis of SaintgallSaint Spes of SpoletoSaint Trudo of HesbayeBlessed Enrichetta AlfieriBlessed Guy Of CasauriaBlessed Margaret Of SavoyBlessed Miguel Agustin ProBlessed AdelaBlessed Jaume Nàjera GhernaBlessed Detlev Of Ratzeburg

Saint Columbanus

Saint Columbanus, also known as Columbanus of Luxeuil or Columbanus of Bobbio, was born in 543 in West Leinster, Ireland. He was of noble birth, handsome, and well-educated. However, despite his privileged position, Columbanus felt torn between his desire for God and the easy access to worldly pleasures. He sought counsel from a holy anchoress, who advised him to withdraw from the world. However, his family strongly opposed his decision, with his mother even blocking the door to prevent him from leaving. Undeterred, Columbanus became a monk at Lough Erne and studied Scriptu...

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Why Explore Catholic Saints?

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:

• Find daily inspiration for your spiritual journey
• Discover powerful intercessors for your prayers
• Learn about the rich history and traditions of the Catholic Church
• Gain insights into living a life of virtue and faith
• Connect with patron saints of various causes and professions

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.