Help:Saint article format
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Help:Saint article format explains how to edit and maintain existing saint articles on Saintapedia. Most of these articles were initially created using the Saint prompt and follow a consistent encyclopedic structure.
See Prompts for the full list of article-type prompts. For detailed guidance on the infobox, see the separate page Help:Saint infobox.
General notes
Links
Edit at Template:Article links Include internal links to throughout the text portion of the article (1st instance only)
- Saints (Saint John Paul II, Saint Juan Diego, etc.),
- Parishes (such as Guadalupe Basilica, Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Cuautitlán Parish Church, Tepeyac Hill Hermitage, St. Juan Diego Shrine - Chicago, or San Juan Diego Parish - Los Angeles),
- Dioceses (such as Archdiocese of Lagos, Diocese of Nairobi, Archdiocese of Cape Town, Archdiocese of Manila, Archdiocese of Seoul, Archdiocese of Sydney, or Diocese of Suva)
- Bishop (position, such as Archbishop of Paris)
- Seminary
- Populated Places/Cities (such as Mexico City, Cuautitlán, Tlatelolco, or Tepeyac)
- State/Administrative subdivision (such as Mexico City, Cuautitlán, Tlatelolco, or Tepeyac),
- Countries (such as China, Nigeria, or Ireland)
- Religious orders (such as Secular Franciscans or Franciscan),
- Catholic terms (such as Mass, catechism, baptism, confirmation, sacraments)
- Rites
Lead section
The article starts with 2-3 paragraph summary of the saint's life. This should be in the style of a lead section, aligning with Wikipedia’s Wikipedia:Manual of Style
.
Biography
Put each subsection in level 3 sections. Each sub-section should have multiple paragraphs (as many as appropriate) and multiple narrative sentences per paragraph.
Birth
2-3 paragraph summary
Early Life
2-3 paragraph summary
Occupation
2-3 paragraph summary
Vocation
2-3 paragraph summary
Death
2-3 paragraph summary
NAME met their end [describe the manner of death, e.g., martyrdom, peacefully in old age].
Significant events
Significant events or achievements in their lives that are commemorated or have historical or spiritual importance, in bullet format.
Examples:
- Founded the [Name of Religious Order] in [Year].
- Became bishop of [City] in [Year].
- [Other significant events or achievements]
Significant locations
Include only this template:{{SaintMapSimple}}
Dynamic content
Parishes
Include only: {{Saint parish map|Where=[SAINT NAME]|zoom=7|Saint=[SAINT NAME]}}
Please make sure to replace [SAINT NAME] with the Saint's name with Saint spelled out.
Media
Include only: {{Saint media|Where=[SAINT NAME]}}
Please make sure to replace [SAINT NAME] with the Saint's name with Saint spelled out.
Shines
Dynamic shrines
Include only: {{Saint shrines|Where=[SAINT NAME]}}
Please make sure to replace [SAINT NAME] with the Saint's name with Saint spelled out.
List of shrines
You are an expert in Catholic hagiography and ecclesiastical law, with deep knowledge of the Code of Canon Law. Your task is to generate a comprehensive list of shrines dedicated to or strongly associated with a this Catholic saint. Include only shrines that strictly meet the definition in Canon 1230: A shrine is a sacred place (typically a church or chapel) designated by the local bishop (or equivalent authority, such as a papal basilica) for pilgrimage and devotion. It must serve as a center for specific spiritual devotions (e.g., to the saint), where the faithful gather for prayer, sacraments, and pilgrimage. Verify this using reliable Catholic sources like diocesan websites, USCCB records, or Vatican documents—do not include sites that are merely devotional without official designation.
- Aim for 5-8 shrines, prioritizing global diversity (e.g., at least 2-3 outside the saint's home country).
- For each shrine, provide:
- A concise description (2-4 sentences) covering its history, connection to the saint (e.g., relics, miracles, or foundational events), and why it qualifies under Canon 1230.
- Key pilgrimage details: Location, founding date, notable features (e.g., indulgences, annual feasts), and diocese.
- At least one relevant fact from the saint tied to the shrine's devotion.
Output Format:
- Use MediaWiki markup for structure.
- For each individual shrine, use a level 5 heading (=====) with the shrine's full name as the heading text.
- Under each level 5 heading, use bullet points or short paragraphs for the description, details, and facts.
- Keep the entire output concise yet informative, under 1500 words.
Example structure snippet:
===== Basilica of [Shrine Name] =====
- Description...
- Pilgrimage details...
- Facts: "[Fact 1]."
===== [Next Shrine] =====
[Content...]
Canonization
Complete these sections, as best as possible. Please include dates.
Servant of God
The process to recognize NAME as a Servant of God began in [Year], with the initial investigation conducted in [Diocese or Place].
Description of when the saint was named a "Servant of God" and the beginning of the formal investigation into their life, virtues, and writings is conducted, usually at the diocesan level where the person died or lived most of their life.
Venerable
Declared Venerable by Pope [Name] on [Date] for their life of heroic virtue.
If the Congregation for the Causes of Saints (a Vatican office) affirms that the individual lived a life of "heroic virtue," the Pope may declare them "Venerable." This stage does not require a miracle.
Beatification
Beatified on [Date] by Pope [Name] after the confirmation of a miracle involving [describe the miracle].
For beatification, one miracle attributed to the intercession of the Venerable after their death must be authenticated. Beatification allows the person to be called "Blessed" and to be venerated in a particular region or by a specific group of people. In some cases (e.g., martyrs), beatification can occur without a miracle, based solely on the martyrdom.
Canonization
Canonized on [Date] by Pope [Name] following a second miracle, which was [describe the miracle].
A second miracle, verified after beatification, is typically required for canonization. Once the Pope canonizes someone, they are declared a saint, and their veneration is extended to the universal Church. This includes having a feast day on the liturgical calendar, the ability for parishes to be named after them, and the inclusion in the canon (list) of recognized saints.
Miracles
Saints are often recognized for specific miracles they performed or miracles attributed to their intercession after death. These events can become key milestones in the narrative of their sainthood. Examples include the miracles associated with Saint Anthony of Padua for finding lost items or Saint Jude for desperate cases. Put them in bullet format.
Please note the miracles that allowed them to be Beatified or Canonized, if known. If not known, state that no miracles have been authenticated.
Miracle for beatification
[Describe the miracle, e.g., "Healing of a nun suffering from a terminal illness."]
Ideally 2-3 paragraphs of text.
Miracle for canonization
[Describe the miracle, e.g., "Healing of a baby with a congenital defect."]
Ideally 2-3 paragraphs of text.
Other notable miracles
[List any other miracles associated with NAME]
Examples:
- Walking on water to reach a ship during a storm.
- Miraculous healings, including bringing a dead child back to life.
- Multiplication of food, especially bread, for the poor.
Patronage
NAME is the patron saint of [list causes, professions, countries, or groups].
Examples: Saint Christopher, the patron saint of travelers, and Saint Joan of Arc, patron of France and soldiers.
Feast day
The specific day(s) set aside to celebrate or remember a saint's life or martyrdom. Format as month spelled out fully, followed by the day with leading zeros for single-digit days (e.g., July 04).
Veneration
NAME is venerated through [describe common practices like prayers, novenas, or pilgrimages to their shrine]. Relics are kept in [locations of relics if known].
NAME has been depicted in numerous artworks, including [mention famous paintings, sculptures, or other art forms]. Literature and media often portray NAME in [mention books, films, or plays]. Relics and shrines dedicated to NAME are significant pilgrimage sites, influencing [describe cultural or religious events].
Prayers
Authored
Include only: {{SaintAuthoredPrayers|Where=[SAINT NAME]}}
Intercessory
Include only: {{SaintIntercessoryPrayers|Where=[SAINT NAME]}}
Books
Written about the saint
* [https://www.amazon.com/Consecration-St-Joseph-Wonders-Spiritual/dp/1596144319 Example link, replace with appropriate book]
* [https://www.tumblarhouse.com/collections/st-joseph-books/products/consecration-to-st-joseph-donald-calloway Example link, replace with appropriate book]
Written by the saint
* [https://www.amazon.com/Consecration-St-Joseph-Wonders-Spiritual/dp/1596144319 Example link, replace with appropriate book]
* [https://www.tumblarhouse.com/collections/st-joseph-books/products/consecration-to-st-joseph-donald-calloway Example link, replace with appropriate book]
External links
Add links, in bullets, from sources such as:
* [https://catholicsaints.info/saint-joseph/ Example link, replace with appropriate saint]
* [https://www.catholic.org/saints/saint.php?saint_id=4 Example link, replace with appropriate saint ID]
* [https://mycatholic.life/saints/saints-of-the-liturgical-year/march-19---saint-joseph-husband-of-the-blessed-virgin-mary/ Example link, replace with appropriate saint if applicable]
* [https://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/bishop/bmyskiw.html Example link, replace with appropriate bishop if applicable]
References
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