 St. Catherine was only six years old when she had a vision that would change her life. She saw Christ dressed in papal robes and wearing the papal tiara or crown. In this vision, Christ was accompanied by saints Peter, Paul and John. When St. Catherine saw this vision, she couldn't budge from the spot, as she gazed on Christ and throned, who raised his hand in silent blessing over her. Catherine was certain from that point forward that she was destined to be consecrated to Christ and to the service of his church. At the age of seven, she privately vowed her life to Christ.