Why Does the Church Canonize People | Angels & Saints | Episode 2
Angels & Saints | Catholic Saints • 23m
Dr. Elizabeth Klein and Taylor Kemp discuss canonization: its definition, history, and how it works. Why do we honor the communion of saints? What leads to saints' official incorporation into public worship? What about miracles? Learn all about these topics in this episode.
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Discussion Questions:
1. How would you explain the intercession of saints to a non-Catholic?
2. Do you know anyone who experienced a miracle through the intercession of a canonized saint?
3. Do you have a devotion to any particular saint?
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