Pope Francis canonizes the nuns whose martyrdom meant the end of the French Revolution: famous for the book by Geroge Bernanos

Jan 03, 2025 20:28

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Pope Francis has elevated 16 Carmelite nuns from Compiègne Photo: AICA

the Vatican formally launches his cause for beatification and canonization

These two young role models, celebrated for their faith and service, will be elevated to sainthood during events tied to the Holy Year 2025

TO THE PARTICIPANTS IN THE CONFERENCE PROMOTED BY THE DICASTERY FOR THE CAUSES OF SAINTS

Causes of Saints•Local Church

U.S. Bishops Affirm Advancement of the Cause of Beatification and Canonization of the Servant of God Dr. Gertrude Barber

With 205 votes in favor, 6 votes against, and 19 abstentions, the bishops affirmed their support for the advancement of the cause of beatification and canonization at the local level.

Nov 13, 2024 18:59

ZENIT Staff

Causes of Saints•Dicasteries•Ecumenism•Pope Francis

Ecumenism: Pope Francis includes Isaac of Nineveh in Roman Martyrology – Context? Visit of Assyrian East Patriarch

The inclusion of Isaac the Syrian in the Roman Martyrology proves that holiness did not stop with separations and exists across denominational boundaries. As the Second Vatican Council declared: ‘It is right and salutary to recognize the riches of Christ and virtuous works in the lives of others who are bearing witness to Christ, sometimes even to the shedding of their blood.’ (Unitatis Redintegratio 4).

Nov 10, 2024 20:47

ZENIT Staff

Causes of Saints•Interview•Virgin Mary

Ten Questions About Sister Lucia and the Controversial Third Secret of Fatima. The Postulator for Her Cause of Canonization Responds

(ZENIT News – Porta Luz / Fatima, 06.11.2024).- Sister Angela Coelho, born in Portugal, grew up linked to the devotion and spirituality that flows from the events that occurred in Fatima more than 100 years ago, with the apparitions of an Angel, […]

Nov 06, 2024 21:43

ZENIT Staff

Causes of Saints•Good News•Testimonies

Sister Clare: the young Irish actress who became a nun goes to the altars

With the opening of her cause in Madrid, Sister Clare will be declared a “Servant of God,” marking the first stage of an intensive review of her life and service. The appointment of a postulator and vice-postulator will ensure that her story reaches the Vatican with careful scrutiny and dedication.

Nov 05, 2024 13:14

Covadonga Asturias

Causes of Saints•Pope Francis

How does Jesus reveal the thoughts, desires and projections of our heart? Pope Francis answers

Homily of Pope Francis at the Mass for the canonization of Manuel Ruiz Lopez and seven companions and Francis, Mooti and Raphael Massabki; of Giuseppe Allamano; of Marie-Léonie Paradis; and of Elena Guerra.

Oct 20, 2024 19:05

ZENIT Staff

Pope’s baptism of 21 children in the Sistine Chapel

The annual tradition of baptizing the children of Vatican staff began in 1981 under Pope John Paul II. While the first ceremonies were held in the Pauline Chapel, the Sistine Chapel has hosted this sacred event since 1983. Pope Francis has carried forward this legacy, adding his own touch of pastoral care and accessibility.

the Pope expressed his solidarity with those affected by the fires in Los Angeles

The baptism of Jesus explained by the Pope with “face and voice”

Allocution on the occasion of the recitation of the Angelus on Sunday, January 12, 2025

Pope Francis canonizes the nuns whose martyrdom meant the end of the French Revolution: famous for the book by Geroge Bernanos

The process of beatification of King Baudouin of Belgium officially begins: Vatican and Pope give their approval

Discovering the true face of St. Nicholas: Brazilian designer reconstructs Santa’s face

Pope Blesses Temporary Translation of the Remains of Saint Lucy of Venice to Syracuse in Italy

Pope Francis announces when Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati will be canonized

Letter of the Holy Father for the remembrance in the particular Churches of their own Saints, Blesseds, Venerables and Servants of God

Two forms of canonized holiness deepened by the Pope: martyrdom and the offering of one’s life

U.S. Bishops Affirm Advancement of the Cause of Beatification and Canonization of the Servant of God Dr. Gertrude Barber

Ecumenism: Pope Francis includes Isaac of Nineveh in Roman Martyrology – Context? Visit of Assyrian East Patriarch

Ten Questions About Sister Lucia and the Controversial Third Secret of Fatima. The Postulator for Her Cause of Canonization Responds

Sister Clare: the young Irish actress who became a nun goes to the altars

How does Jesus reveal the thoughts, desires and projections of our heart? Pope Francis answers