Pope Francis Advances Sainthood Causes of Five Women and a Priest

Pope Francis Advances Sainthood Causes of Five Women and a Priest

In a recent announcement, Pope Francis has advanced the sainthood causes of five women and a priest, recognizing their heroic Christian virtues. The candidates will now be considered for beatification, which requires a miracle attributed to their intercession, and ultimately canonization, which requires an additional miracle.

Among the candidates whose causes were advanced are two laywomen with remarkable stories. Maria Domenica Lazzeri, born in Italy in 1815, experienced the stigmata and died at the young age of 33. Teresa Enríquez de Alvarado, born in Spain around 1456, dedicated her life to prayer and charity after her husband’s death.

The other decrees pertain to Salesian Father Carlo Crespi Croci, Mother Catherine Flanagan, Sister Leonilde di San Giovanni Battista, and Sister María do Monte Pereira. Each of these individuals lived a life of service and devotion to God, leaving a lasting impact on those around them.

These advancements in sainthood causes serve as a reminder of the profound impact that individuals can have through their faith and dedication to serving others. The Catholic community looks forward to the potential beatification and canonization of these candidates, celebrating their lives and legacies for generations to come.