"Through relics of the saints, we have a tangible connection to our brothers and sisters in heaven.
Venerating them dates back to the beginning of Christianity and is confirmed in Scripture.
"The bones of Elisha raised a dead man to life in 2 Kings 13:21, and
in Acts 19:12, people were healed through handkerchiefs and cloths that
had been touched to St. Paul. Catholics understand that all power comes
through God, but we believe he can work through the saints, our 'models
and intercessors' (Catechism of the Catholic Church, 828).
"Pastors at shrines with the two largest collections of relics in the
United States and another just building up a collection spoke with the
Register about the power of relics to bring us closer to God."
A recent National Catholic Register article explored some of the history and benefits of veneration of relics.
To access the complete National Catholic Register report, please visit:
National Catholic Register: Surrounded by Saints: Trio of Shrines Allow Visitors to Venerate Relics (1 NOV 19)
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