Articles related to "Canonization"



The Canonization - Stanzas 1 & 2
The first two stanzas of John Donne's poem "The Canonization" turns Petrarchan conceits inside out, to glorify Donne's love.
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The Canonization - Stanzas 4 & 5
John Donne's poem "The Canonization" deploys some striking rhetorical turns, a bilingual pun, and some memorable images to praise immortality achieved through art.
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The Process of Canonization
Ever wondered how saints are chosen? Read on to find out the full canonization process undertaken by the Vatican and Pope when naming Saints.
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Augsburg Confession, Article 21: Of the Worship of the Saints
Should we pray to, worship, or venerate saints? Is it totally wrong, totally right, or somewhere in between? What exactly is a saint? This article looks at Augustana's position on the saints.
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St. Patrick and Sainthood
A brief history of St. Patrick. Plus a description of the canonization process to be a Saint.
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St Dorothy of New York?
The Vatican recently opened the canonization cause of Catholic Worker founder Dorothy Day. The controversy Day attracted during her long life continues, twenty years after her death.
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Saints for a Post Modern Society
Edith Stein, Maximilian Kolbe, and Mother Teresa are three examples of "saints" whose lives provide role models for all Christians in a post modern world of insecurity.
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Saint Joan d'Ark of France
Saint Joan of Ark lead a life of duty and purpose. She was called upon by God to save France from crisis. In turn, she was burned at the stake and ignored for 500 years.
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Cardinal John Newman's Body Missing!
Newman's remains were to be moved in honor of his canonization. Two archaeologists have different opinions as to what happened to the Cardinal's body.
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Father Michael J. McGivney
Father McGivney is on his way to possibly becoming the first American born priest declared a saint. Here is a brief look at his life.
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Mother Teresa of Calcutta
Less than two years after her death, in view of Mother Theresa's widespread reputation, Pope John Paul II permitted the opening of her Cause of Canonization.
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Profiles of Five Catholic Saints
Through their devoted and humble lives, Catholic saints offer inspiration and spiritual guidance for believers.
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Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
How a young widow with five children helped start the U.S. parochial school system and became the first canonized saint born in the United States
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The Canadian Martyrs
The Canadian Martyrs were eight Jesuit missionaries who tried to convert the First Nations to Christianity in the mid-17th Century.
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The Life of Father Michael McGivney
Knights of Columbus founder Father Michael McGivney was born in Waterbury, Connecticut on August 12, 1852.
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The Life of Edward the Martyr
Edward the Martyr was the King of England from 975 until 978.
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The Life of Saint Damien of Molokai
Saint Damien of Molokai was a Catholic priest from Belgium as well as a Christian missionary in Hawaii, who lived and died in the 19th Century.
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Shreveport: The Cathedral of St. John Berchmans
The Cathedral of St. John Berchmans in Shreveport is approaching its 100th anniversary. Read about the history of this cathedral and view pictures (via links) of its impressive artworks.
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Dominican/Franciscan divergence in Art

Canterbury an Attraction for Almost 1000 Years
Thousands of visitors come to Canterbury every year to savour its unique blend of history and contemporary life.
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Penda of Mercia
The King of Mercia in the early 7th Century, Penda made his mark in history mainly through the men he killed.
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What's the Deal With Relics?
An article explaining what relics are and the use of relics within the Roman Catholic Church
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Dr. Tommy Dooley, Health Hero of Laos
Dr. Thomas Anthony Dooley, III (1927 -1961), was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal and considered for sainthood shortly after his death at the age of 34 in 1961.
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Keith: Standing In The Shadows
Review of Stanley Booth's book.
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Evgeniy Rodionov Soldier Martyr
Much of his story has become legendary in a Russia searching for heroes in a war with few of them.
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Life of St. Margaret Mary
St. Margaret Mary was a very humble nun who began receiving visitations from Our Lord who eventually asked her to found a new devotion in the church.
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Patron Saints an Introduction
A brief introduction to Saints and Patron Saints and their increasing relevance in a troubled 21st Century world.
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Saint Antoine Daniel
Saint Antoine Daniel was one of the first Jesuit missionaries in Canada, working among the Hurons for twelve years before his death in 1648.
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Some Celebrities Silent about Michael Jackson
Many stars who wouldn't speak about Michael Jackson towards the end of his life are suddenly singing his praises. However, some major stars are remaining silent.
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St Maria Goretti / Model for Youth
The story of this young saint models discernment. A forgiving young woman, Maria Goretti could think, judge and act upon her own inner convictions.
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St. Francis of Assisi Biography
St. Francis of Assissi's date of birth is not certain, yet his impact on the Christian faith is solid.
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St. Padre Pio
St Pio, known to his followers as Padre Pio, lived from 1887 to 1968 and bore the wounds of the stigmata for exactly fifty years.
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The Pledge of Allegiance to the United States
How the "under God" phrase was added to the Pledge of Allegiance in 1954 and how difficult it will be to remove.
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An American Werewolf in London
Review of <i>An American Werewolf in London</i>. Written and directed by John Landis.
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Marlowe's Faustus
Marlowe's Doctor Faustus
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Pope Clement XI: Leading Catholicism 1700-1721
A short biographical article of the first pope of the 18th century. A brilliant man, Pope Clement XI was first a scholar and administrator before being drafted into service at the Vatican. He brought the Church into the 18th century, guiding Her through controversies and making changes that still effect us all.
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St Elizabeth of Hungary/Queen of the People
The "greatest woman of the German Middle Ages," St Elizabeth was canonized by Pope Gregory IX in 1235. Her works included building hospitals and giving alms to the poor.
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St. Catherine, Pray for Me
More about communion of the saints - intercession of the saints, patron saints AND the St. Catherine's.
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St. Josephine Bakhita, &quot;Fortunate&quot; One of God
This is an article about St. Josephine Bakhita, former kidnapped slave of Sudan, canonized a Saint of God
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Book Review: The Seashell on the Mountaintop
<I>The Seashell on the Mountaintop</I> by Alan Cutler is a fascinating look at the life of Nicholaus Steno.
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Revelation: Qur'an part 1
Shlomi Tal's introduction to the invalidity of the Quran. In this first part, he examines claims of singular and divine authorship.
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St. Luke, Born Slave To Man...died servant of God
This article tells us about Luke, writer, physician, and companion to St. Paul
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The Tanakh - the Jewish Bible
The name Torah is often used to describe the Jewish Bible, although the Torah is actually only one part of Judaism's ancient written scriptures.
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Lucrezia Tournabuoni de Medici, Pious Politician
Lucrezia di Francesco Tornabuoni de Medici (1427 - 1482) was born, married and patroness to her home of Florence, Italy, during the early Renaissance (ca. 1450 - 1600).
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