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UCD founder Cardinal Newman set for sainthood in October

Cardinal John Henry Newman will be canonised in October by Pope Francis.

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Jul 1st 2019, 5:14 PM

Cardinal Newman set for sainthood after second miracle attributed to UCD founder

Two miracles must be attributed to someone in order for them to become a saint.

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Feb 13th 2019, 10:15 PM

President Higgins leads Ireland's tributes as Archbishop Oscar Romero becomes a saint

Higgins also visited the tomb of murdered Catholic archbishop while in El Salvador.

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Oct 14th 2018, 2:38 PM

Mother Teresa is being made a saint next year

A date has reportedly been set for September 2016.

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May 19th 2015, 9:39 PM