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Saints of the Day

Saints: 22
Blesseds: 12

Today's Celebrated Saints and Blesseds

Saint Agnes of Rome

Saint Agnes of Rome

Saint Agnes of Rome, also known as Ines, Ines del Campo, Nesa, or Ynez, was a Roman martyr and a prominent figure in early Christianity. She is believed to have been born in Rome in the year 254 or 304 (sources vary) and died in Rome on January 21. Agnes was raised in a Christian family and was known for her deep faith and devotion to God. According to historical accounts, Agnes was a foster-sister of Saint Emerentiana, another Christian martyr. At the age of 12 or 13, she faced a great trial when she was ordered to sacrifice to pagan gods and also to lose her virginity thr...

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:

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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