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16 Carmelite Martyrs of Compiègne recognized as saints
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16 Carmelite Martyrs of Compiègne recognized as saints

“The example of our new Saints, the Martyrs of Compiègne shine with serenity, fidelity and forgiveness,” wrote Fr. Hogan of the nuns killed during the French Revolution.

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VATIAN CITY (PerMariam) — In a decree welcomed joyfully by many throughout the Catholic Church, Pope Francis announced Wednesday the “equipollent canonization” of the 16 Martyrs of Compiègne.

As promulgated by the Dicastery for the Causes of the Saints on December 18, Pope Francis confirmed the conclusions reached by the Dicastery regarding a number of m…

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