Historical Events tagged with "mercy"
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Religion & Philosophy
Canonization of Faustina Kowalska
April 30th, 2000 24 years ago
The canonization of Saint Faustina Kowalska took place in Saint Peter's Square, witnessed by approximately 200,000 people. Pope John Paul II declared her a saint, recognizing her role in promoting the message of Divine Mercy. This occasion also marked the first worldwide celebration of Divine Mercy Sunday. The event emphasized the importance of God's mercy and was aimed at encouraging the faithful to trust in God's forgiveness and grace.
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