The unity in Christ of all the redeemed, those on earth and those who have died, especially the unity of faith and charity through the Eucharist.

A prayer on behalf of another person or group

canonized person asked to intercede to help or protect a particular place or group of people

Title used for a person who has been posthumously declared "heroic in virtue" during the investigation and process leading to canonization as a saint.

The first formal step in the process of canonization. This is a person whose life has begun to be studied by the Holy See to determine if they ought to be canonized. It is the TITLE given to a candidate for sainthood whose cause is still under investigation, prior to being declared Venerable.

Who do we as Catholics worship?

Extraordinary events that are beyond human power and brought about by God. To become an official saint, the blessed person must perform 2 of these on behalf of his or her devotees.

List, in order, each step to becoming a canonized saint

As Catholics, we venerate and honor Mary and the Saints.

A prayer in the form of a chant or a responsive petition in which the great saints of the Church are asked to pray for us.

The Church's official process by which she declares someone a saint.

A saint is a person who lives with God in heaven. Saints are spiritual guides and companions. Everyone is called to become a saint.