Tag: Canonisation
Vatican decree on 19th-century doctor’s canonisation leaves Venezuelans rejoicing
Venezuelans celebrated with Masses and processions 26 February after Pope Francis approved the canonisation of Blessed José Gregorio Hernández, a revered 19th-century doctor known for his medical innovations and devotion to the poor.
A history of Holiness
As we commence a Catholic Jubilee Year, a 725-year-old tradition of our faith, we eagerly await the canonisations of Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati (1901-1925) and Blessed Carlo Acutis (1991-2006) as part of the Jubilee’s focus upon the Christian life as a pilgrimage toward the Lord, the source of our hope.
Pope declares 16 new saints killed during French Revolution
Pope Francis has declared as saints 16 Carmelite martyrs executed by guillotine during the French Revolution and confirmed the martyrdom and heroic virtues of five others in a series of decrees published 18 December.
Joy, gratitude over news of Acutis and Frassati canonisation dates
Pope Francis announced 20 November that he will elevate Acutis and Frassati, both currently titled "blessed," to sainthood in 2025, when the universal Catholic Church will mark a jubilee year.
Date set for canonisation of first millennial, Carlo Acutis
The announcement for Blessed Carlo Acutis' canonisation date has been set. Pope Francis declared that next year on the "Day of the Children" he will canonise the Blessed.
Three brothers become first Maronite laymen to be canonised
On Sunday 20 October 2024, I had the great joy of attending and participating in the canonisation of 14 new saints for the church by His Holiness Pope Francis, writes Bishop Antoine-Charbel Tarabay.
Pope Francis canonised 14 Blesseds
On Sunday, Pope Francis presided at the Vatican for the canonisation of 14 Blesseds—11 of of whom were martyrs.
Eileen O’Connor, the making of a Saint
The cause for sainthood of Eileen O'Connor reaches a milestone as the documentation is officially delivered to the Vatican.
Blessed Carlo Acutis relics now in Rome
Three relics of future millennial saint, Carlo Acutis can be found in the church of Sant'Angela Merici in Rome.
Acutis a model of faith for new generations
Students from De La Salle Catholic College Caringbah enjoyed hosting the Eucharistic miracles exhibition and first-class relic of Carlo Acutis.
Acutis inspires US youth as he heads toward canonisation
Blessed Carlo Acutis Youth Camp has offered generations of children and young people the opportunity to grow closer to Christ while enjoying the summer camp experience.
Invoking John Paul the Great
The recent 10th anniversary Mass of St John Paul II’s canonisation was something of a “grand recapitulation” of the John Paul II years, writes George Weigel.
