Fr. Gabriel O'Donnell, O.P. was named the postulator of cause of sainthood. In 1997, Archbishop Daniel Cronin opened diocesan investigation. On March 15, 2008, Pope Benedict XVI declared Fr. McGivney "venerable" due to his heroic virtue. This means that he can be considered for canonization.
Prayer for the Canonization of Fr. Michael J. McGivney
God, our Father, protector of the poor and defender of the widow and orphan, you called your priest, Father Michael J. McGivney, to be an apostle of Christian family life and to lead the young to the generous service of their neighbor. Through the example of his life and virtue may we follow your Son, Jesus Christ, more closely, fulfilling his commandment of charity and building up his Body which is the Church. Let the inspiration of your servant prompt us to greater confidence in your love so that we may continue his work of caring for the needy and the outcast. We humbly ask that you glorify your servant Father Michael J. McGivney on earth according to the design of your holy will. Through his intercession, grant the favor I now present (here make your request). Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory be.
St. Michael McGivney was a Catholic priest known for founding the Knights of Columbus, a fraternal organization that provides financial support and assistance to Catholic families in need. He was devoted to helping the less fortunate and promoting the importance of family life, which led to his beatification in 2020 and ultimately his canonization as a saint in 2021.
St. George replaced St. Michael as the patron saint of England in the 14th century during the reign of King Edward III. St. George gained popularity due to his association with chivalry and his portrayal as a dragon-slayer.
Saint Christopher is known as the patron saint of travelers and holds a significant role in protecting individuals on their journeys. On the other hand, Saint Michael is known as the archangel who defeated Satan in a cosmic battle, symbolizing protection from evil and the leader of the heavenly armies. Both saints are revered for their protection but Saint Christopher specifically focuses on physical journeys while Saint Michael provides spiritual protection.
St. Raphael attended St. Michael's College School in Toronto, Canada for his high school education.
Saint Michael is not typically known as a disciple in Christianity. He is an archangel who is recognized as a leader of the heavenly army. In some traditions, he is considered a protector and defender rather than a follower or disciple of Jesus.
The standard abbreviation for Saint is "St." in English.
Michael McGivney's birth name is Michael James McGivney.
Michael McGivney is 6' 1".
Michael J. McGivney was born on 1852-08-12.
Michael J. McGivney died on 1890-08-14.
Father Michael McGivney Catholic Academy was created in 1989.
Father Michael McGivney Catholic Academy's motto is 'All things in Christ'.
St. Michael is an angel in Heaven, he is a saint.
Saint Michael wasn't martyred because he is an archangel.
God did not choose St. Michael to be a saint, He created St. Michael as a saint and Michael chose to be with God and not join the angel rebellion of Lucifer.
Michael is an archangel and has always been a saint
Yes, St. Michael is the patron saint of mariners and sailors.
St. Michael the Archangel is a patron saint of sailors.