How was Saint Lawrence canonized by the Catholic Church?

Canonized By: Pre-Congregation ... When Valerian arrived, Deacon Lawrence presented him with the true gold and silver of the Church, the poor! ... read more

When Valerian arrived, Deacon Lawrence presented him with the true gold and silver of the Church, the poor! The emperor was filled with rage! Beheading was not enough for this Christian Deacon. He ordered Deacon Lawrence to be burned alive, in public, on a griddle. Witnesses recorded the public martyrdom. read more

Due to his conspiring to hide and protect the written documents of the Church, St Lawrence is known as the patron saint of archivists and librarians. Roman Catholic Church. St Lawrence is one of the most widely venerated saints of the Roman Catholic Church. read more