What i have stated is that they should be respected, not to be venerated. I know that Saints are here to intercede prayer as the true prayer must be given to God. Saints are here to help us in our prayer, but they are not who will fulfill them.

and just for kicks i am/was a catholic

Roman Catholicism is the only Christian religion that started during Christ’s time. All other Christian religions stemmed from it. The name “the catholic church” first started in the year 107 when Ignatius of Antioch used the title to describe Jesus’ church. The term was old even then so it was probably known in the apostle’s time. Catholicism has four main qualities. They are one, holy, catholic, and apostolic.
Catholicism is the oldest Christian religion in the world. With over one billion people, the Catholic religion remains a strong force despite opposition. Catholicism is over 2,000 years old. Through the years, the religion must be more than a human organization, but a holy one.
One - Jesus designed only one church with one set of doctrines. These doctrines are often examined, but their true meaning always stays intact. Jesus has one body so He only has one Church.
Holy - Jesus has made the church holy. No, not all the members act holy, but the church itself remains holy.
Catholic - The word Catholic means universal. Jesus told his apostles to go throughout the world and make disciples of everyone. The Catholic religion is found all over the world.
Apostolic - Catholicism is apostolic because Jesus appointed the apostles to be the first leaders of the Church. Successors were the future leaders. The apostles were the first bishops. Since the first century, there has been an unbroken chain of bishops that pass down the traditions and Scriptures.

Be blessed.

Sickening, really.