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- I am wondering what your opinion on how to become a Saint is.
- What is a Saint in your opinion?
- Do you believe you should try to become a Saint?
- Have you known anyone you believe to be a Saint?
John Russell Jr said:1. I am wondering what your opinion on how to become a Saint is.
One who has attained a state of perfection through God’s grace and by acting on that grace.
- What is a Saint in your opinion?
We are all called to be saints. It is not for special people.
- Do you believe you should try to become a Saint?
I am in a parish with many who have attained very high levels of virtue. But, it is led by priests, who themselves have high levels of virtue. Sacramental life is very robust, in particular confession where many go weekly to work on venial matters. The priests foster this and take the time to work with us. Has anyone reached pure perfection? I cannot say. However, I believe the world over there are saints that die unnoticed by the general population. It could be the grungy-looking old man on a park bench or the less known person in the pew next to us.
- Have you known anyone you believe to be a Saint?
Avoid all grave sin; build virtue which roots out venial sin. This involves a heavy sacramental and prayer life, as well.
One who has attained a state of perfection through God’s grace and by acting on that grace.
We are all called to be saints. It is not for special people.
I am in a parish with many who have attained very high levels of virtue. But, it is led by priests, who themselves have high levels of virtue. Sacramental life is very robust, in particular confession where many go weekly to work on venial matters. The priests foster this and take the time to work with us. Has anyone reached pure perfection? I cannot say. However, I believe the world over there are saints that die unnoticed by the general population. It could be the grungy-looking old man on a park bench or the less known person in the pew next to us.
John Russell Jr said:1. I am wondering what your opinion on how to become a Saint is.
2. What is a Saint in your opinion?
3. Do you believe you should try to become a Saint?
4. Have you known anyone you believe to be a Saint?
John Russell Jr said:3. Do you believe you should try to become a Saint?
Hi John,
Thanks for your question. I’ve been reflecting on it myself over the past months, since I’ve been helping write the Wikipedia article on Opus Dei.
Kindly check these links up:
Wikipedia: Opus Dei: why one can and should be a saint
Wikipedia: Overview of Opus Dei spiritual teachings
Since you are a cooperator of Opus Dei, there might be a special interest on this. I am also interested in getting some feedback on these write-ups. Thanks.
John Russell Jr said:1. I am wondering what your opinion on how to become a Saint is.
Yes, but not on our own strength. I believe we should ask to be made saints, and put in the effort to prove our love in response to God’s grace.
- Do you believe you should try to become a Saint?
My wife knows a mystic whom she is convinced is a living saint, but I can’t say I know her myself. But I think highly of this person, and there are a lot of amazing things I keep hearing that God does through her.
- Have you known anyone you believe to be a Saint?
Hi John,Hi friend,
I read a good portion of the articles and they seem fine. Keep up the good work. It’s important to get the truth about Opus Dei out there especially with all the lies, prejudice and hatred the enemy inspires against Opus Dei. And now we have that Davinci movie coming.
Keep spreading the truth. The truth will set us free.http://forums.catholic-questions.org/images/icons/icon14.gif