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Duluth Diocese digs into life of late priest, who could be state’s first saint
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· October 4, 2026
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Key points Further details about Monsignor Joseph Buh's life and the commission's work are available. A historical commission is reviewing archives to gather evidence about the life of Monsignor Joseph Buh.
A historical commission is reviewing archives to gather evidence about the life of Monsignor Joseph Buh. The goal is to determine if he lived a life of 'heroic virtue', a key consideration for sainthood. This process could potentially lead to him being named the state's first saint.
Further details about Monsignor Joseph Buh's life and the commission's work are available. The commission's efforts involve combing through archives to uncover information about his life and actions.
The outcome of this process has yet to be determined, but it could have significant implications for the state's religious community.
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Published: October 4, 2026 ·
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