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Saints of the Day

Saints: 18
Blesseds: 6

Today's Celebrated Saints and Blesseds

Saint Pellegrino of Foggia

Saint Pellegrino of Foggia

Saint Pellegrino of Foggia, also known as Saint Peregrinus or Saint Pellegrinus, was a holy hermit who lived in Foggia, Italy. Not much is known about his early life, and there are no detailed historical records regarding his birth, family, or upbringing. Nevertheless, his profound spiritual journey and dedication to God have left a lasting impact on the Catholic Church. Pellegrino's life is commonly associated with his choice to live as a hermit in Foggia, Italy. Foggia, a town located in the region of Apulia, has a history of being a place of solitude and spiritual reflec...


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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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