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Famous nuns of ‘Dialogue of the Carmelites’ might soon be named saints

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Martyrs of Compiègne
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I.Media - published on 03/30/22 - updated on 07/17/24
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The canonization of these martyrs of the French Revolution could come through recognizing an already well-spread devotion, without a formal process.

The 16 Carmelite nuns of Compiègne could soon be canonized, with the so-called equivalent, or "equipollent" procedure, which recognizes devotion that is already established and perennial.

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