1st Trimester Saint Test

Question 1

``I am known as a sinner turned saint who converted, tuning from a life of creature-pride to a life of faith. I became a Christian at the age of 33, a priest by the age of 36, and a bishop at the age of 41. I am considered a doctor of the church.

Answer 1

St. Augustine of Hippo

Question 2

I was a French nun who joined a third order group founded by St. John eudes. Later I founded the Little Sisters of the Poor who have since expanded globally. I was canonized in 2009.

Answer 2

St. Jeanne Jugan

Question 3

The son of Zechariah and Elizabeth and the cousin of Jesus

Answer 3

St. John the Baptist

Question 4

By the age of 30, I was the perfect of Rome and later became a Benedictine monk. I served as the papal representative to Constantinople before being elected Pope at the age of 50. I was known for reform of the liturgy, and for strengthening respect for doctrine. I am considered of the four key doctors of the Church.

Answer 4

St. Gregory the Great

Question 5

I was a Nobel peace prize winner for my work with the poor across the globe. I left my home at the age of 18 for India and was given a hostel that became a home for the dying and destitute. My order and I later offered services to orphans, abandoned children, alcoholics, the aging, and street people.

Answer 5

St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta

Question 6

I was a Jesuit missionary in the colonies of the New World. After reaching Categena, I devoted myself to the services of the slaves: feeding them, administering medicine to them, and assured them all of their human dignity and God’s love. I am the worldwide patron of missionary work among black slaves

Answer 6

St. Peter Claver

Question 7

I was born in Spain and joined the Augustinian friars in Salamanca. After sending the first Augustinians to the New World, I became archbishop of Granada. I fed hundreds of poor people every morning and paid my servants for every orphan they brought to me. I encouraged the wealthy to imitate my example. On my deathbed, I requested all of my money be distributed to the poor.

Answer 7

St. Thomas of Villanova

Question 8

I am from Northern Africa in the third century where I became the bishop of Carthage. I was a highly educated and prominent orator who distributed my wealth to the poor. I was threatened by Pope Stephen for excommunication, but I would not stand down to my beliefs. I was later exiled but refused to leave the city, wishing for the people to witness my martyrdom.

Answer 8

St. Cyprian

Question 9

I’m the patron saint of Sudanese Christians. Born in Sudan, I became a slave at a young age. My last name, which means “lucky” was given to me by my captors. I was brought by an Italian diplomat who treated me with kindness as his cook, nanny, and sacristan. Later I became a Christian and continued my life as God’s servant.

Answer 9

St. Josephine Bakhita

Question 10

I was an Austrian priest at the time of World War II. I warned the Nazis that their actions were destroying Germany and were immortal and against the teachings of of the church. I was later arrested by the Nazi Gestapo and placed in a concentration camp where I die two years later.

Answer 10

Blessed Bernard Lichtenberg

Question 11

I am from Antioch and was brought to Constantinople after years of service in Syria, where they made me bishop. Although I suffered from stomach illnesses, I was a talented speaker with great sermons. I was a defender of justice and charity where I called for the rich to share wealth with the poor. I was later exiled for my beliefs and died in exile in 407

Answer 11

St. John Chrysostom

Question 12

I was a Franciscan priest in the 1600’s who had a tendency to levitate during prayer and meditation. Many people came to see me until I was eventually transferred before being investigated by the Inquisition.

Answer 12

St. Joseph of Cupertino

Question 13

I was a Chinese-Filipino missionary to Japan during the Tokugawa Shogunate. I was educated by the Dominican friars in my home country before allegations forced me to seek asylum and join the Dominicans on their mission to Japan. I became a martyr and exemplify the virtue of patience

Answer 13

St. Lorenzo Ruiz

Question 14

Little is known about my life, but I lived during the 300’s during the reign and persecution of Emperor Diocletian. After I was beheaded, my blood was transported back to my hometown of Naples. My dried blood liquefies many times throughout the year and after various experiments, there is no scientific explanation.

Answer 14

St. Januarius

Question 15

I was an Italian Capuchin Franciscan who was drafted during World War I before getting discharged for tuberculosis. One night after mass, I had a vision of Jesus and when I awoke. I had the stigmata on my feet, my side, and my hands. Busloads of people would come to see me and I would hear confessions for 10 hours per day. In 1962, Pope John Paul II asked me to pray for a woman with cancer, and it was miraculously gone within two weeks.

Answer 15

St. Pio of Pietrelcina (padre pio)

Question 16

I was an Austrian priest at the time of World War II. I warned the Nazis that their actions were destroying Germany and were immoral and against the teachings of the church. I distributed a document from Pope Pius XI called “With burning Anxiety” that condemned the Nazi beliefs and practices. I was later arrested by the Nazi Gestapo and placed in a concentration camp where I would die two years later.

Answer 16

St. John Henry Newman

Question 17

I am from France and worked among imprisoned galley slaves. I became the leader of the Congregation of the Mission and is now named after me. I took vows of obedience and poverty. Later I established charities to service the poor and sick. I am the patron saint of charitable societies.

Answer 17

St. Vincent de Paul

Question 18

I was known for my vitriolic pen used during my writing. I was a Scripture scholar who translated the Bible from Hebrew into other languages known as the Vulgate. I am the patron saint of librarians and scholars.

Answer 18

St. Jerome

Question 19

I inspired the Church by taking the Gospel literally. I was a totally poor and humble workman. I gave up all of my earthly possessions and was torn between a life devoted entirely to prayer and a life of active preaching of the Good News. Two years before my death, I received the stigmata on my hands, side, and feet. I am the patron saint of Italy and animals.

Answer 19

St. Francis of Assisi

Question 20

I grew up in an important noble family in Spain at the time of the Renaissance Later I joined the Jesuits and am now credited as its second founder. In my life, I founded dozens of colleges in Europe. I am the patron saint of earthquakes.

Answer 20

St. Francis Borgia

Question 21

I am from Italy but became the first American saint after my work there. With the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart, I built hospitals and orphanages in New York City. I am the patron saint of immigrants.

Answer 21

St. Frances Xavier Cabrini

Question 22

First native Korean Priest.

Answer 22

St. Andrew Kim Taegon and St. Paul Chong Hasang

Question 23

Parents of St. Therese of Lisieux.

Answer 23

Sts. Louis Martin and Zelie Guerin

Question 24

Christian apostle who spread the teachings of Jesus Christ in the first-century world. He is regarded as one of the most important figures in the Apostolic Age.

Answer 24

St. Paul VI

Question 25

Carlo Acutis, known for his deep devotion to the Catholic faith and his adept use of technology to share religious content, is set to become the first millennial saint. Pope Francis has officially recognized a second miracle attributed to Acutis and approved his canonization.

Answer 25

Blessed Carlo Acutis

Question 26

Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque is the patron saint of devotees of the Sacred Heart, of polio patients, and against the death of parents. The devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus was formally recognized and approved by Pope Clement XIII.

Answer 26

St. Margaret Mary Alacoque

Question 27

One of the original Twelve Apostles of Jesus, traditionally credited with writing the fourth Gospel and three New Testament epistles. The book of Revelation was also traditionally assigned to him.

Answer 27

St. John XXIII

Question 28

Cornelius is the patron saint of earache sufferers (perhaps because of his arguments with Novatian), domestic animals, cattle and, unsurprisingly, the town of Kornelimünste

Answer 28

St. Cornelius

Question 29

During his lifetime he was regarded as one of the most enlightened of theologians and was named a doctor of the church by Pope Pius XI in 1931. He is one of the patron saints of catechists and catechumens.

Answer 29

St. Robert Bellarmine

Question 30

Little flower.

Answer 30

St. Therese of Lisieux

Question 31

Gospel writer.

Answer 31

St. Luke

Question 32

Born in Syria, Converted to Christianity, and became the bishop of Antioch. And he is a martyr.

Answer 32

St. Ignatius of Antioch

Question 33

Born in Poland. Most important Catholic figure of the last 50 years.

Answer 33

St. John Paul II

Question 34

Stuff to remember

Answer 34

Blessed Bernard Lichtenberg (prisoner of the Nazis)

St. Januarius (remember his BLOOD)

St. Padre Pio of Pietrelcina (STIGMATA)

St. John Henry Newman - tomorrow’s saint (THEOLOGIAN and NEWMAN CENTER)

St. Joseph of Cupertino (LEVITATING)