Saints

Saints are people remembered by many Christians for lives of faith, service, courage, or kindness.

What It Means

The word saint can mean a holy person or a member of the Christian community. Some churches formally honor saints and remember their special days.

How People Practice or Remember It

Saints are often connected with helping the poor, teaching, healing, or standing up for what they believed was right. Stories of saints are found in Christian art, churches, and books.

Things to Remember

• The word saint can mean a holy person or a member of the Christian community.
• Some churches formally honor saints and remember their special days.
• Saints are often connected with helping the poor, teaching, healing, or standing up for what they believed was right.
• Stories of saints are found in Christian art, churches, and books.

Did You Know?

People learn about saints in different ways, including family traditions, teachers, books, art, music, and visits to important places.