Sister Annella Zervas' path to sainthood began 125 years ago
- Sister Annella Zervas' dedication and life's story are being promoted as part of her journey toward canonization in the Catholic Church, as supported by a nonprofit organization.
- Monsignor David Baumgartner stated that Zervas' devotion has drawn many people to her story, contributing to her support for sainthood.
- The Diocese of Crookston is managing the beatification and canonization process for Zervas, who died in 1926 and has a case currently under review.
- Bishop Andrew Cozzens has taken up Zervas' cause, stating she showed unwavering trust in God during her suffering.
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Sister Annella Zervas' path to sainthood began 125 years ago
ST. JOSEPH — A single pink rose, wrapped in plastic and blanketed by an early March snow, lies at the base of Sister Annella Zervas’ grave, a gift from one of her many visitors. A black and white photo of the nun is nestled inside the top of her marker, protected from the elements by a Ziploc bag. The intricate metal cross marking Zervas’ final resting place is at the heart of the St. Benedict Monastery Cemetery, tucked between St. Benedict’s Co…
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