50th anniversary of the Canonization of Mother Seton

Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton: A Windswept Life Bearing Seeds for the Future

When we consider Mother Seton’s legacy, we can see how her faith in God grounded her life of service, and that heaven itself is seeded with her prayers for the help of others.

The Approved Miracle for Mother Seton’s Canonization

Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, the first U.S.-born saint, was canonized partly due to the miraculous healing of Anne Theresa O’Neill, a child cured of fatal leukemia in 1952 through Mother Seton’s intercession. This healing, medically inexplicable at the time, affirmed her sanctity and continues to inspire faith and devotion worldwide.

Elizabeth Ann Seton: A Mother of Catholic Education in America

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, the first U.S.-born saint, revolutionized Catholic education by founding the Sisters of Charity and establishing schools that integrated faith, academics, and moral development. Her legacy continues to inspire generations, embodying a maternal approach to nurturing intellect and spirituality in children.

Homily of His Holiness Paul VI on the Canonization of Elizabeth Ann Seton, September 14, 1975

Pope Paul VI’s homily celebrates Elizabeth Ann Seton as the first daughter of the United States of America to be canonized, highlighting her heroic virtues, unwavering faith, and role as a mother, widow, and founder of the Sisters of Charity of Saint Joseph’s. He emphasizes her legacy as a symbol of evangelical holiness, inspiring women and all Christians to follow her example in faith and service to humanity.

The Approved Miracle for Mother Seton’s Canonization

The Approved Miracle for Mother Seton’s Canonization

Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, the first U.S.-born saint, was canonized partly due to the miraculous healing of Anne Theresa O’Neill, a child cured of fatal leukemia in 1952 through Mother Seton’s intercession. This healing, medically inexplicable at the time, affirmed her sanctity and continues to inspire faith and devotion worldwide.

Elizabeth Ann Seton: A Mother of Catholic Education in America

Elizabeth Ann Seton: A Mother of Catholic Education in America

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, the first U.S.-born saint, revolutionized Catholic education by founding the Sisters of Charity and establishing schools that integrated faith, academics, and moral development. Her legacy continues to inspire generations, embodying a maternal approach to nurturing intellect and spirituality in children.

Homily of His Holiness Paul VI on the Canonization of Elizabeth Ann Seton, September 14, 1975

Homily of His Holiness Paul VI on the Canonization of Elizabeth Ann Seton, September 14, 1975

Pope Paul VI’s homily celebrates Elizabeth Ann Seton as the first daughter of the United States of America to be canonized, highlighting her heroic virtues, unwavering faith, and role as a mother, widow, and founder of the Sisters of Charity of Saint Joseph’s. He emphasizes her legacy as a symbol of evangelical holiness, inspiring women and all Christians to follow her example in faith and service to humanity.

September 14, 1975: The Canonization of Elizabeth Seton

September 14, 1975: The Canonization of Elizabeth Seton

Elizabeth Ann Seton, the first American-born saint, was canonized on September 14, 1975, after nearly a century of dedicated efforts by her supporters, including extensive studies, the approval of miracles, and the promotion of her Cause by the Mother Seton Guild and related organizations. Her canonization, marked by simplicity and generosity, was celebrated globally, with U.S. President Gerald Ford declaring it a national day of recognition, honoring her legacy and contributions to faith and charity.

Mother Seton: Five Groundbreaking “Firsts” That Shaped American Catholicism

Mother Seton: Five Groundbreaking “Firsts” That Shaped American Catholicism

As we approach the 50th anniversary of Mother Elizabeth Ann Seton’s canonization in 2025, it’s an opportune moment to reflect on her profound legacy and the groundbreaking nature of her recognition as a saint. Mother Seton’s canonization, which took place on September 14, 1975, under Pope Paul VI, marked a series of remarkable “firsts” that continue to resonate within the Catholic Church and beyond.

Celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Canonization of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

Celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Canonization of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

The National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton in Emmitsburg, Maryland, will celebrate the 50th anniversary of her canonization with a year-long series of events starting January 4, 2025. Highlights include a Feast Day Mass, the “One of Us” exhibit, pilgrimages, outreach programs, and retreats, all aimed at inspiring the faithful and honoring Mother Seton’s lasting impact on faith, education, and service.

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