Last month, Pope Benedict authorized the promulgation of decrees concerning the causes regarding sainthood for miracles and heroic virtue. Among those considered were:
Blessed Sister Gertrude Comensoli, foundress of the Institute of Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament (1847-1903).
Servant of God Father Francesco Pianzola, diocesan priest and founder of the Congregation of the Missionary Sisters of the Immaculate Queen of Peace (1881-1943).
Father Michael McGivney, diocesan priest and founder of the Knights of Columbus (1852-1890).
Father Joaquim Alves Bras, diocesan priest and founder of the Secular Institute of Co-operators of the Family (1899-1966).
Father Giocondo Pio Lorgna, priest of the Order of Friars Preachers and founder of the Dominican Sisters of Blessed Imelda (1870-1928).
Sister Gemma Giannni, foundress of the Missionary Congregation of Sisters of St. Gemma Galgani (1884-1971).
