St. Monica died in the fifth century. At that time, "canonization" as a formal process did not really exist. Persons were recognized as saints by local acclamation and under the authority of the diocesan bishop, a recognition that was then accepted by the wider Church. The formal process of canonization with papal oversight did not emerge until the later Middle Ages.
I believe it is because she was the mother of Saint Augastin and is the one who convinced him to convert to Christianity in the first place. No Monica, No Saint Augastin or his cherished writings on Christian morality.
Saint Monica
To learn about the life of St. Monica and why she deserves the title of "saint" click on this linkand read her biography.
I believe it is because she was the mother of Saint Augastin and is the one who convinced him to convert to Christianity in the first place. No Monica, No Saint Augastin or his cherished writings on Christian morality.
There is no official patron saint of patience. If there were, Saint Monica would probably be at the top of the list.
Monica was not black.
Yes, Monica is a patron saint of alcoholics since she was married to an abusive alcoholic.
Saint Monica is the patron saint of alcoholics, married women, and mothers. She is known for being one of the early Christian saints.
There is no patron saint of patience but if there were it would have to be Saint Monica who prayed for years that her son, Saint Augustine, and her husband be converted. They were!
Monica was not canonized as the process did not become instituted until the 12th century. She was proclaimed a saint by the local Christian community, probably not long after she died.
The name Monique derives from the name Monica. There is a saint named Monica.
The duration of Saint Monica - film - is 1.37 hours.