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Saints of the Day

Saints: 22
Blesseds: 6

Today's Celebrated Saints and Blesseds

Saint Theophilus The Potter

Saint Theophilus The Potter

Saint Theophilus The Potter, also known as Theophilos, was an early Christian martyr who lived during the 3rd century. He was a renowned potter by profession and lived during a time of severe persecution of Christians under the Roman Emperor Decius. While not much is known about his early life, his unwavering faith and commitment to his Christian beliefs make him a highly revered figure in the history of Catholicism. Saint Theophilus The Potter is believed to have been born in a region known as Cilicia, which is located in modern-day Turkey. He lived during a tumultuous per...


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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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