Saints are people whose lives are God-centered and not self-centered.

When they are on earth, they put God first, instead of themselves first. They give God all the credit for the good deeds they do. They are now with God in heaven.

The Church formally recognizes some as saints. Many saints are also martyrs.

Some saints are known to God alone.

Saints are found in every walk of life. A person can turn from a life of sin and become a saint. All of us can become saints. The only thing holding us back is not giving God first place in our lives.

People find it easy to identify with the earthly life and struggles of a particular saint, and to ask that saint for help. Pray for us.

A patron saint can bring you closer to Jesus.


Saints have much to teach us. They show us what is really important in our life. We see how to successfully struggle against difficulties and discouragements. And we learn that it is possible to live a holy life, despite our weaknesses.

Their lives send us the message:

Jesus Christ, who died on the Cross out of love for each of us, is worth any struggle. No matter how hard it is, don't give up trying to grow closer to Jesus.

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