If we are part of a Communion of Saints, are we then considered saints?
If we are in the State of Grace (no mortal sin) we are then participating in the life of God and should be considered saints on earth. The saints that are in heaven could not possibly sin and will remain saints forever. Those on earth have a chance of sinning and falling out of grace. Therefore, they would no longer be saints-not until they return to a State of Grace.