Nuns in Missouri Seek Advice on Sainthood for Wilhelmina Lancaster

The Benedictine Sisters of Mary, Queen of the Apostles in Gower, Missouri, are in the spotlight as they explore the possibility of sainthood for their late founder, Wilhelmina Lancaster. Lancaster’s body was found in an almost perfectly preserved condition four years after her burial, sparking widespread interest and even claims of a miracle.

While the nuns are seeking advice on a potential opening of a cause for sainthood for Lancaster, they are aware that the process is a meticulous one that involves careful investigations by the Catholic Church. Miracles play a crucial role in the path to sainthood, with specific criteria that must be met before being officially recognized.

The Vatican’s Dicastery for the Causes of Saints is responsible for studying sainthood causes, and any alleged miracles must undergo thorough scrutiny by medical experts. Lancaster’s body has been placed in a glass casket in the monastery chapel, with her face and hands covered in a light mask of wax.

The Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph has also joined in the investigation surrounding Lancaster’s body, emphasizing the importance of protecting the integrity of her remains during this process. As the nuns and the diocese continue their investigations, the faithful are encouraged to pray for God’s will to be revealed in this unique and intriguing situation.