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TOP 100 CATHOLICS OF THE TWENTIETH CENTURY
by dailycatholic.org
special thanks to
orange_coatfor finding this list!
- 1. Pope John Paul II Among the most influential and holy Sovereign Pontiffs in the history of the Church, a true giant for our times
- 2. Mother Teresa The saint of the gutters and foundress of the Missionaries of Charity who lived the Gospel to the fullest
- 3. Blessed Padre Pio The holy, mystic Capuchin confessor who bore the visible stigmata of Christ
- 4. Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen The Church's first televangelist who taught millions that "Life is Worth Living"
- 5. Blessed Sister Marie Faustina Kowalska Polish nun who suffered for Our Lord as His Apostle of Divine Mercy
- 6. Saint Maximilian Kolbe Martyred Apostle of Mass Media who founded the Militia Immaculata
- 7. Mother Angelica Poor Clare nun who has taken America and the world by storm for Christ through EWTN
- 8. Pope Saint Pius X Pope of the Holy Eucharist and only sainted Pontiff of this century
- 9. Pope Pius XII Last of the Tridentine Popes whose pontificate was wrought with war and conflicts
- 10. Pope Paul VI Beleaguered Pontiff caught in the eye of the storm of Vatican II and "Humanae Vitae"
- 11. Pope John XXIII Architect of Vatican II, who relaxed protocol in the Vatican, will soon be Blessed John XXIII
- 12. Scott and Kimberly Hahn Converts for the cause on fire for Holy Mother Church as evangelists and apologists
- 13. Saint Edith Stein (Sister Teresa Benedicta of the Cross) Faithful Carmelite and Jewish Saint of the Holocaust
- 14. Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger Right-hand man of the Pope as caretaker for the Doctrine of the Faith (AND NOW Pope Benedict XVI!)
- 15. Blessed Josemaria Escriva Holy Founder of Opus Dei who was ahead of his time
- 16. Cardinal John J. O'Connor New York shepherd who's the acknowledged leader of the conservative movement in America
- 17. Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, OFM Cap. Denver's young pacesetting prelate exemplifying the ideals of St. Francis
- 18. Father Joseph Fessio, S.J. Orthodox Founder of Ignatius Press and co-founder of Catholic Family Radio
- 19. Karl Keating The Catholic Answers Man who has elevated the importance of apologetics
- 20. Wayne Weible Converted journalist who's dedicated his life to spreading Our Lady's Messages at Medjugorje
- 21. Dr. Mark Miravalle, S.T.D. Chief promoter for the Fifth Dogma and President of Vox Populi Mariae Mediatrici
- 22. Cardinal Francis George, O.M.I. Native-born Archbishop of Chicago whose transforming the windy city
- 23. Father Michael Scanlan, TOR Charismatic President of Franciscan University of Steubenville
- 24. Pope Leo XIII The pious, wise and active Vicar of Christ who knew only too well the traps being laid by satan
- 25. Ralph Martin Charismatic leader and founder of Renewal Ministries who has touched over 60 million
- 26. Bishop Fabian Bruskewitz Lincoln's orthodox shepherd who has opened eyes and hearts everywhere
- 27. Cardinal James Francis Stafford Denver's former Archbishop is now head of the Pontifical Council for the Laity
- 28. Father Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R. A fixture on EWTN, he ministers to the New York poor while teaching future priests
- 29. Father Jozo Zovko, O.F.M. Charismatic Eucharistic priest most commonly associated with Medjugorje
- 30. The Fatima Seers: Lucia dos Santos, Francisco and Jacinta Marto
- 31. Father Frank A. Pavone Dynamic, dedicated Director of Priests for Life considered the "Bishop Sheen of the 90's"
- 32. "Fatima Popes:" Benedict XV & Pius XI The intrinsic link with Fatima during two papacies that bridged two world wars
- 33. Father Rene Laurentin The respected Mariologist and foremost expert on Marian Apparitions
- 34. Father Patrick Peyton, C.S.C. The noted "Rosary Priest" and founder of the Family Rosary Crusade
- 35. Cardinal Francis Arinze Nigerian prelate dedicated to bringing people of all faiths together
- 36. Father John Hardon, S.J. Loyal Jesuit Theologian and master of catechesis for 50 years
- 37. Chiara Lubich Foundress of the Focalare Movement
- 38. Thomas S. Monaghan Pizza Tiger has turned his life and fortunes over to God
- 39. Sister Hermana Nirmala, M.C. Mother Teresa's successor as Superior General of the Missionaries of Charity
- 40. Blessed Andre Bessette Humble healer who built a lasting tribute to St. Joseph
- 41. Father Slavko Barbaric, OFM Mentor of Medjugorje pilgrims inspires millions with his monthly words
- 42. Joey Lomangino God's special "Blind Apostle" and emissary of love for His Blessed Mother
- 43. Cardinal Anthony J. Bevilacqua Philadelphia's Archbishop brings Brotherly Love to the City of Brotherly Love
- 44. Bob and Penny Lord Promoting evangelization through communication for the Lord by the Lords
- 45. Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini First U.S. citizen to be proclaimed a saint of the Church
- 46. Father Paul Marx, O.S.B. The Pope's "Apostle of Life" who founded Human Life International
- 47. Father Solanus Casey, OFM Cap. American Capuchin whose humility and healing power was legendary
48. Blessed Gianna Beretta Molla Wife, Mother and Doctor who lived the Sanctity of Life - 49. Judie Brown Founder of American Life League who has given her all for ALL
- 50. Bud Macfarlane Sr. and Jr. A family evangelization enterprise built on love for Our Lady and each other
51. Father Ken Roberts Dynamic Marian priest whose fiat has taken him on the road to Calvary
- 52. Gilbert Keith Chesterton British author/poet whose works are even more pertinent for Catholics today
- 53. Bishop John J. Myers Peoria's shepherd: shining example of the new wave of good bishops
- 54. Malachi Martin Former Jesuit and author of numerous novels on the Vatican
- 55. Cardinal Joseph Bernardin Chicago's man of prayer and power-broker in the American Church
- 56. Lech Walesa Past President of Poland and Catholic Leader of Solidarity
- 57. Cardinal Josef Mindzenty Imprisoned Hungarian hero who persevered and inspired his flock
- 58. Malcolm Muggeridge British satirist's greatest gift to mankind: introducing Mother Teresa to the world
- 59. Father Robert J. Fox Founder of the Fatima Family Apostolate and cultivator of souls
- 60. Cardinal Angelo Sodano Secretariat of State - 2nd most powerful man at the Vatican
- 61. Father Theodore M. Hesburgh, C.S.C. President emeritus of the University of Notre Dame
- 62. Karl Rahner, S.J. Most influential of the periti at Vatican II and architect of the "spirit of Vatican II"
- 63. John Fitzgerald Kennedy First and only Catholic President of the United States
- 64. Cardinal Basil Hume, O.S.B. Late Archbishop of Westminster and inspiring leader
- 65. Cardinal Jamie L. Sin Influential Archbishop of Manila
- 66. Father Nicholas Gruner Controversial Founder of the Fatima Crusader Apostolate
- 67. Blessed Miguel Agustin Pro Mexico's beatified martyr known as "God's beloved jester"
- 68. Archbishop Oscar Romero Modern martyr and Latin champion of human rights
- 69. Dorothy Day Legendary Catholic Activist, Founder of The Catholic Worker and future saint
- 70. Jerry and Gwen Coniker Founders of the Apostolate for Family Consecration
- 71. Father George W. Kosicki, C.S.B. Modern-day Apostle for Divine Mercy
- 72. Alphonse J. Matt Sr. and Jr. Editors and Publishers of The Wanderer
- 73. William A. Donohue Director of the Catholic League for Religious and Civil Rights
- 74. Cardinal Pio Laghi Prefect for the Congregation for Catholic Education
- 75. Cardinal James Hickey Promoting prayer over politics as Shepherd of our nation's capitol
- 76. Dr. Mary Kay Clark Providing an alternative scholastic solution to preserving our Catholic heritage
- 77. Virgil C. Dechant Supreme Knight of the Knights of Columbus
- 78. Bishop Carlos Belo Nobel Peace Prize Laureate carries the torch of truth for East Timor
- 79. Frank Duff Founder of the Legion of Mary
- 80. Dana Scallon A powerful political voice for Catholicism through song and commitment
- 81. Archbishop Jean-Louis Tauran Quiet Frenchman whose accomplishments speak volumes as Pope's chief diplomat
- 82. Thomas Merton Trappist who scaled the mountain of hope to flee the traps of temptation
- 83. J.R.R. Tolkien The Lord of Fantasy dedicated to Our Lord
- 84. Father Edward Flanagan Founder of Boys Town who never met a boy he didn't like
- 85. Dr. Rosalie Turton Taking the message worldwide on a wing and a prayer
- 86. Danny Thomas Going beyond his promise to God for the children
- 87. Blessed Cyprian Michael Iwene Tansi The Dark Continent's Shining Light
- 88. Dr. Tom Dooley Healer of hearts, souls and bodies in Southeast Asia
- 89. Thomas A. Nelson Publisher perpetuates the traditions of the Church
- 90. Bing Crosby Forever remembered as Father Chuck O'Malley in "Going My Way"
- 91. Cardinal Roger Mahony Homegrown Hollywood Hero for the Hispanic cause
- 92. Graham Greene Extolling the Power and the Glory
- 93. Alan Keyes tweaking America's conscience
- 94. Pat O'Brien famous Irish-Catholic actor for 50 years
- 95. Father George Rutler former Anglican who is imbued with the Holy Spirit
- 96. Dolores Hope Faithful wife and mother
- 97. Evelyn Waugh British novelist and satirist
- 98. Father John A. Corapi, S.O.L.T. A modern-day St. Augustine
- 99. Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati Man of the Beatitudes
- 100. Bishop Donald W. Wuerl Bishop of Pittsburgh (note from his_bee: Bishop Wuerl was my Bishop for many years when i lived in pittsburgh...i met him a few times. WONDERFUL man....very full of the Holy Spirit! he is now the archbishop of washington, DC)
- 1. Pope John Paul II Among the most influential and holy Sovereign Pontiffs in the history of the Church, a true giant for our times