"Saints come from all walks of life and each is unique in their own way. They are people who have made a total commitment to God and to their fellow man. Many do sacrifice themselves for others, displaying the ultimate love referenced by Jesus in the Gospel. Converts to Catholicism often make the best Catholics, and these saints prove that’s true. Here are five people who, in their own ways, excelled in their faith and ultimately achieved Sainthood."

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Question to ponder: Which of the saints' background do you find most interesting?

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