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SaintlyWays invites you to explore the lives of holy men and women through the sacred places that shaped them. From the basilicas of Europe to the mission trails of Asia, uncover the stories, traditions, and pilgrimage routes of Catholic saints. Browse our growing directory of saints, pilgrimage destinations, and sacred terms in our Catholic glossary to deepen your faith journey.
Saints of APRIL
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Italy | Priest
St. Anselm was an archbishop and theologian known for his contributions to scholastic theology and his defense of the faith.
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Italy | Nun
A Dominican tertiary and mystic, known for her writings on mental prayer and mysticism.
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Aulne Abbey
Belgium
Remains of a circa-637-CE Cistercian monastery, with interpretive information & a garden.
Basilica Cateriniana San Domenico
Italy
Severe Gothic cathedral with a frescoed chapel housing relics of St Catherine, including her head.
Basilica di San Frediano
Italy
Art-filled Romanesque church with a golden mosaic facade, plus an ornate 12th-century font.
Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary
France
Catholic church in Byzantine style, with 15 chapels & mosaics depicting the Mysteries of the Rosary.
Basilica of Saint Mary of Minerva
Italy
Rome's Basilica di Santa Maria Minerva: A layered history blending Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque styles, housing Bernini masterpieces.
Basilica of St Sebastian Outside the Walls
Italy
Catholic church built in 1714 & run by Franciscan friars, with catacombs & a Bernini masterpiece.
BasĂlica de San Isidoro
Spain
Romanesque church & museum containing the Royal Pantheon, sacred relics, medieval jewels & books.
Canterbury Cathedral
United Kingdom
Norman-built, CofE place of worship with organ recitals, Medieval stained glass and a vast library.
Cathedral of Notre-Dame of Reims
France
Imposing, ornate, 13th-century, Gothic cathedral with twin towers & intricate stained glass windows.
Cebu Archdiocesan Shrine of Saint Pedro Calungsod
Philippines
Cebu shrine, dedicated to St. Pedro Calungsod since his 2012 canonization, is a significant pilgrimage site for Filipino Catholics.
Glossary Term of the Day
Servant of God
In Catholic teaching, "Servant of God" is the first recognized stage in the process of canonization, the formal declaration of someone as a saint. This title is given after a preliminary Church investigation determines that a deceased person's life merits further scrutiny. The investigation gathers evidence of holiness, such as a reputation for virtue, miracles, or exceptional piety. If this initial assessment is positive, the process moves forward to the next stage. The extensive gathering of evidence continues, including examining testimonies and documentation. After rigorous review, a declaration by the Pope elevates the Servant of God to the next title in the canonization process, Venerable. The ultimate goal is to confirm the candidate's life reflected heroic virtue and, potentially, their capacity for miraculous intervention.
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