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St. Martha was declared a saint before the official canonization
process was instituted in the 12th century. She would have been declared a
saint to the bishop by those who knew her best and were familiar with his
life and merits. The local bishop would them make the decision. Today
only the pope can declare saints after years of study by the Sacred
Congregation for the Causes of Saints in the Vatican. The church does not
create saints. Only God can do that. The Church "screens" candidates for
sainthood to determine if they had a life worthy of emulating. In other
words, do they make good role models. Also, the Church has to be assured
that the person is actually in Heaven. That is the reason that today a
number of miracles must be verified before a person can be declared a
saint.
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∙ 13y agoSt. Mary Magdalene was declared a saint before the official canonization process was instituted in the 12th century. She would have been declared a saint to the bishop by those who knew her best and were familiar with her life and merits. The local bishop would them make the decision. Today only the pope can declare saints after years of study by the Sacred Congregation for the Causes of Saints in the Vatican. The church does not create saints. Only God can do that. The Church "screens" candidates for sainthood to determine if they had a life worthy of emmulation. In other words, do they make good role models. Also, the Church has to be assured that the person is actually in Heaven. That is the reason that today a number of miracles must be verified before a person can be declared a saint.
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Is St. Mary Magdalene a boy?
No, St. Mary Magdalene is traditionally recognized as a female figure in Christian theology and is often referred to as one of Jesus Christ's followers and witnesses to his resurrection.
Who is the Saint of women?
The patron saints of women are St. Margaret of Antioch and St. Mary Magdalene.
What has the author William S Leathem written?
William S. Leathem has written: 'A history of the Church of Ireland in St. Mary Magdalene Parish, Belfast' -- subject(s): Belfast (Northern Ireland), Belfast (Northern Ireland). St. Mary Magdalene (Church), Church of Ireland, Clergy, St. Mary Magdalene (Parish : Belfast, Northern Ireland)
What type of clothing did St Mary Magdalene wear?
St. Mary Magdalene was traditionally depicted wearing robes or tunics, as was typical attire for women during biblical times. The specific type of clothing she wore would have been simple and modest, reflecting the customs of her era.
Who is the patron saint of women?
The patron saints of women are St. Margaret of Antioch and St. Mary Magdalene.
When was the Virgin Mary beatified?
Mary was not beatified nor canonized. She was assumed, body and soul, into heaven.
Who was Mary Magdalene's daughter?
Mary Magdalene had no children.
Who is a famous catholic?
St. Mary MacKillop is the first Australian to be canonized as a saint.
The patron saint of sinners?
The patron saint of penitent sinners is St. Mary Magdalene.
Did don silvestro dei gherarducci paint the assumption of St. Mary magdalene?
Yes
Did both Mary Magdalene and Mary the sister of Lazarus annoint Jesus feet?
Mary Magdalene was the sister of Lazarus.
Who is a famous Australian Catholic?
St. Mary MacKillop is the first Australian to be canonized as a saint.
