One of the "official" books about saints is Butler's LIVES OF THE SAINTS.
It can usually be found in the reference section of college and university
libraries. Another place to check it the CATHOLIC ENCYCLOPEDIA.

What about St. Christopher? He was demoted, yet I thought he was also a
historical figure.



At 12:01 AM 3/7/2001 +1100, you wrote:
>According to the Oxford Dictionary of Saints (essential reading) St
>Damasus, was Pope from 366-384. Since he was a historical figure he could
>not be 'demoted' from sainthood. So, yes, he must still be current.
>
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