Saints For Dummies

Get a glimpse into the lives and achievements of more than 300 saints From Saint Valentine to Saint Nicholas, saints and their extraordinary acts of faith have inspired and guided the lives of believers for centuries. Saints For Dummies gives you practical coverage of saints, both well-known and not-so-well-known. You'll discover what they're known for, what they did to achieve sainthood, and how you can pray for their help in times of need. In the beginning -- get an overview of sainthood and learn about the apostles and disciples Jesus chose to start and preach in his church Keeping the faith -- find out how holy men and women battled religious persecution in defending their faith Living the faith -- learn about the saints who put their faith into practice and were instrumental in shaping church history and life Existing with the saints -- meet some modern-day saints-to-be and find out about relics, shrines, and pilgrimages Open the book and find: Quick facts on each saint Angels and the Apostles Martyrs, incorruptibles, saints of nobility, and Fathers of the Church Saintly popes and Doctors of the Church Saintly families Litanies and novena prayers for the saints A listing of patron saints A calendar of feast days for the saints Learn to: Understand the canonization process Appreciate the spiritual and historical significance of the saints See how certain saints overcame their shortcomings Ask for intercession from a specific saint for help in various circumstances