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The process of [[canonization]] in the Catholic Church is a rigorous and formal procedure overseen by the [[Congregation for the Causes of Saints]], a department of the [[Roman Curia]]. The process has evolved over time but was formalized in its modern form under [[Pope John Paul II]] in 1983 through the apostolic constitution ''[[Divinus Perfectionis Magister]]''. The steps are as follows: | The process of [[canonization]] in the Catholic Church is a rigorous and formal procedure overseen by the [[Congregation for the Causes of Saints]], a department of the [[Roman Curia]]. The process has evolved over time but was formalized in its modern form under [[Pope John Paul II]] in 1983 through the apostolic constitution ''[[Divinus Perfectionis Magister]]''. The steps are as follows: | ||
=== '''Servant of God''' === | |||
The process begins when a diocesan [[bishop]] opens an investigation into the life of a deceased Catholic believed to have lived a life of heroic virtue. The candidate is declared a "[[Servant of God]]." | |||
=== Venerable === | |||
After a thorough examination of the candidate’s life, writings, and virtues, the Congregation for the Causes of Saints may recommend that the [[pope]] declare the individual "[[Venerable]]," indicating that they lived a life of heroic virtue. | |||
=== Blessed === | |||
To be declared "[[Beatification|Blessed]]" (beatification), one [[miracle]] attributed to the candidate’s intercession is typically required, except in the case of [[martyr]]s, who may be beatified without a miracle. A miracle is defined as an event that cannot be explained by natural or scientific laws and is attributed to divine intervention. | |||
=== Saint === | |||
[[Canonization]], the final step, requires a second miracle attributed to the candidate’s intercession (for non-martyrs). Once canonized, the individual is declared a saint, and their name is added to the [[Roman Martyrology]], the official list of saints. The pope declares the canonization during a special [[Mass (liturgy)|Mass]], often in [[St. Peter’s Square]]. | |||
== Historical Development == | == Historical Development == | ||
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== Notable Saints == | == Notable Saints == | ||
The Catholic Church recognizes thousands of saints, with some of the most well-known including: | The Catholic Church recognizes thousands of saints, with some of the most well-known including: | ||
* '''[[ | * '''[[Saint Mary]], the Mother of God''': Venerated as the greatest of all saints, known as the [[Theotokos]] (God-bearer) and Queen of Heaven. | ||
* '''[[Saint Peter]]''': The first [[pope]] and leader of the [[Apostles]]. | * '''[[Saint Peter]]''': The first [[pope]] and leader of the [[Apostles]]. | ||
* '''[[Saint Paul]]''': The Apostle to the Gentiles, instrumental in spreading Christianity. | * '''[[Saint Paul]]''': The Apostle to the Gentiles, instrumental in spreading Christianity. | ||
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== References == | == References == | ||
* '' | * ''Catechism of the Catholic Church'', Second Edition, 1994. | ||
* ''[[Lumen Gentium]]'', [[Second Vatican Council]], 1964. | * ''[[Lumen Gentium]]'', [[Second Vatican Council]], 1964. | ||
* ''[[Divinus Perfectionis Magister]]'', [[Pope John Paul II]], 1983. | * ''[[Divinus Perfectionis Magister]]'', [[Pope John Paul II]], 1983. | ||
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* [[Relics]] | * [[Relics]] | ||
* [[Feast Day]] | * [[Feast Day]] | ||