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Today's Celebrated Saints and Blesseds
Saint Geremarus
Saint Geremarus, also known as Germer, Geremar, or Geremaro, was born in the 7th century in Beauvais, France, into a noble Frankish family. He received a comprehensive education in Beauvais, which laid the foundation for his future service to God and the church. Geremarus had the privilege of working closely with Saint Eloi, a prominent Saint of the time. He was also a member of the court of King Dagobert I, where he served as an advisor. During this time, Geremarus got married and became a father. Nevertheless, Geremarus felt a strong calling to a more contemplative and as...
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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:
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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:
- Servant of God: The initial stage when a person's life is examined for heroic virtue.
- Venerable: The person is recognized for having lived a life of heroic virtue.
- Blessed: A miracle attributed to the person's intercession is verified.
- 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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