Saint Rita Research Paper

“Jesus christ Lord of all things! You see my heart, you know my desires, possesses all I am, you alone I am your sheep make me worthy to overcome the devil,” said St. Agatha. She is the patron saint of Sicily, nurses, foundry men, miners, jewelers, bell founders, alpine guides, protector against fires, earthquakes, famine, thunderstorms, volcanoes, and breast disease.

St. Margaret was canonized a saint in 1250 by Pope Innocent IV in recognition of her “personal holiness, fidelity to the Church, work for religious reform, and charity.” On June 19th, 1250, her remains were taken to a chapel in Dunfermline Abbey where she was buried before the high altar. Today, we celebrate her feast day on November 16th (the day of her death.) She is patron of Scotland and known as “The Pearl of Scotland.” There are hundreds of schools named after St. Margaret that remember her reformation of the church and help to the poor.

Saint Quiteria and her 8 sisters were born in the 5th century. They were abandoned by her mother because she was disgusted that she gave birth to 9 children like an animal. She demanded that the nurse drown the babies in the river but instead the nurse took them to an isolated village where Saint Quiteria and her sisters grew up together. The sisters formed a cult like group, freeing Christians and waging wars against the Roman Empire. As an adult, Saint Quiteria was against the worship of Roman gods. Saint Quiteria and her group traveled to different locations breaking Christians out of jail. Saint Quiteria was the leader of the “Nine Nonuplet Sisters.” She, and along with her sisters, refused to marry Roman officials under their father’s

Rose’s early life was the start to her work later as a servant of God. Isabelle Flores De Olivia was born on April 20, 1586. Later Isabelle was renamed Rose Flores De Olivia in result of her mother having a vision from God

The saint of success, Saint Thalia was a daughter to a deeply rooted patrician family from the Serene Repulic of Pisa. Their dynasty stretched back hundreds of years and was of immense prestige and local fame. Thalia was one of many children bore to the family, unfortunately she was female and couldn't inherit the title of Heir. She simply became another marriage tie, so she was sent off to far away isles to marry one of the affluent petty nobles whom sought ventures to create his very own republic in the north. Unforunately he died shortly after the marriage and Thalia took over control of the local trade. She made a sizeable amount of money, at least in terms of the local average. Soon after her spreading fame and gathering of wealth she

St. Andrew did many things to be a saint and the Lord helped him along the way as well. Andrew preformed many miracles and did much to help people in need, (Acts of Andrew 25). There was once a woman named Calliopa, she was married to a murder, she had an illegitimate child and suffered intravail, (Acts of Andrew 25). She told her sister to call Diona for help; when she did so the devil appeared to her and said, “Why do you trouble me with vain prayers? (Acts of Andrew 25). Go to Andrew in Archaia for help, (Acts of Andrew 25).” She went and accompanied her to Corinth, Lesbius with him, (Acts of Andrew 25). Andrew said to Calliopa, “You deserve to suffer for your evil life, but if you believe in Christ, you will be relieved, but your child

My saint, María Romero Menes was born January 13,1902 in Granada Nicaragua. She was only twelve years old when she was diagnosed Rheumatic fever that paralyzed her for six months. When the doctor notified her that her heart had been severely damaged and never lost faith in our Mother Mary. Maria Romero told one of her close friends from school "I know that the Blessed Virgin will cure me." A few days later, she returned to her school, Salesian Sister School, in perfect health as if nothing had happened. Her inexplicable cure led her to her total faith in the Virgin Mary.

Laura of St. Catherine of Siena is recognized as a role model for all girls because she stood up for what she believed in. “In an era in which women were supposed to stay by men, Laura dared to follow God’s call, even though she was called crazy,” stated Sister Aida Orobio. Laura’s most famous memory is of a doctor who was dying of lupus, kidney damage, and muscular degeneration prayed to St. Laura on night then was completely cured the next morning (“Miracle Could Allow Canonization of First Colombian-Born Saint”). This event is what truly started her road to sainthood. Laura was beatified on April 25, 2004 by Pope John Paul II. Eleven years later, Laura was canonized by our very own Pope Francis in 2013 (“St. Laura of St. Catherine of

1. St. Rose of Lima was born in 1586 and joined the Third- Order of Saint Domic when she was 20, she became known for both her life of severe asceticism and her care of the needy of the city in private.

Catherine was born March 25, 1347, as the 23rd child of Jacopo and Lapa Benincasa. She grew up as a cheerful, intelligent and intensely religious person. When she was 6, she had a vision of Christ at the Siena San Dominic Church. By the age of 7, she had a vow of chastity to never get married. Catherine cut off her hair in order to protest against her mother in order to improve her appearance to attract a husband. Her father supported her and gave her a room in order to pray and mediate in peace. She joined the Dominican Third Order at 18 and spent three years in prayer, austerity and seclusion. She died in April 29, 1380

Beatified Teresa in 1614 by Paul V, and included among the saints by Gregory XV on March 12, 1622, was appointed (1627) to patron of Spain by Urban VIII. In 1626 the Cortes of Castile named it copatrona of the Kingdoms of Spain, but the partisans of Santiago Apostle managed to revoke the agreement. She was named Doctor honoris causa by the University of Salamanca and later was appointed patroness of the writers.

St. Aloysius Gonzaga is from and aristocratic family born in Italy, that honored king Philip II. His dad wanted him to be in the military, but his calling was in priesthood. Instead of joining the military he became a Jesuit priest. He taught children and helped the sick. He is the patron saint of catholic youth. He was very sick all through his life with kidney problems and the plague. Saint Aloysius Gonzaga is most well-known for his innocence, his pity, and to his devotion to the Virgin Mother Mary.

The city of Assisi is inextricably linked to the name of a Saint who was born there, that is Saint Francis. Born in a very wealthy family, his father being a successful merchant, young Francis renounces his paternal heritage to dedicate his life to God, the divine father. His decision to abandon all worldly possessions marks the beginning of a completely new way of life: an existence of absolute poverty, humility and penitence. Followed by an increasing number of friars who adopted his lifestyle, the Franciscan Order took form, preaching being their highest concern. In fact, as it was peculiar to the Mendicant Orders, the friars would travel to spread Saint Francis’ word, namely a message of peace. Assisi was not the only background against

Saint Agnes was a courageous young girl, who grew up in Christian family. From a young age, Saint Agnes was never afraid to stand up for what she believed in. Saint Agnes was fully committed to God, as she often said “Jesus Christ is my only Spouse.” Even when Saint Agnes was being put to death, she never once denied God. Saint Agnes was happy and joyful because she knew death would reunite her with God.

Over ten thousand people that have once walked this earth have been recognized as saints. The process to become this coveted position in the catholic church is pretty complex. To even get in the running to become a saint you must first be recognized to live a “saintly life”. After the church investigates this, two miracles must be accredited to you before becoming canonized as a saint. Over the course of time, billions have had the ability to become this, but few have managed to succeed. Living a life to meet these standards in itself is, well let’s just say, difficult. Saint Zita of Lucca is one person who has achieved this amazing acknowledgement.