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Standing at the three saints' grave at Down Cathedral is the appropriately named tour guide Brigid Watson.

From BBC • Jan. 31, 2026

But most of all, the anastenaria feel empowered through the saints’ intercession to put out the smoldering embers.

From Seattle Times • May 25, 2023

But the way Carlo Acutis’ sainthood is being discussed challenges those stereotypes: His devout tend to be young and internet-savvy, more interested in novena apps and screensavers of saints’ cards.

From Slate • Oct. 29, 2020

Out of stock: hand sanitizer, toilet paper, rice, beans In stock: frozen foods, bread, baby food, a variety of Hot Cheetos and candles with saints’ pictures.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2020

Thus the first names of places were saints’ names or religious holidays celebrated at stopping places.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck