Canonization Resources
VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Recognizing that Blessed John XXIII and John Paul II have widespread reputations for holiness and that years of studying their lives and actions have proven their exceptional virtue, Pope Francis announced he would declare his two predecessors saints at a single ceremony April 27, 2014. Read more...
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Canonization of Sts. John XXIII and John Paul II |
Pope Francis' Homily (Translated into English) |
Revivers of Faith: The Canonization of Two Popes
A Webinar broadcast on April 23, 2014
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Blessed John XXIII and Blessed John Paul II are being canonized on April 27th because of the lives of personal holiness that they led. They also consistently called all of the baptized to holiness of life, particularly through working to transform the world to Christ. Join our Director, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. as we explore their teachings and also their witness of life especially in the midst of challenging times. |
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"St. Vincent Pallotti worked tirelessly to revive faith and rekindle charity among all Catholics, and so make them apostles of Christ, generous witnesses of faith and genuine dedication to our brothers and sisters, especially the poor and the needy."
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