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The Story of St. Nicholas

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Introducing the Patron Saint When we usher in the Christmas season, we can’t help but identify the festivities with the jolly old elf known as Santa Claus. The legend of St. Nick is attributed to the works of St. Nicholas, a Christian Bishop who took care of the sick and poor. Born in Patara around 280, St. Nicholas lived in [...]

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An Overview of the Major Patron Saints and How They Offer Protection

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How Patron Saints Protect and Guide Patron saints are tutelaries or protectors of persons, places, nations or cultures. In most instances, patron saints are designated as protectors or patrons of specific jobs or occupations. They can also be protectors over illness, geographic locations or hobbies. Some Examples For instance, because he was devoted to outdoor activities and appreciated nature, Francis of Assisi is designated as the [...]

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How Does One Become a Saint?

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How Does One Become a Saint?

How Canonization or the Declaration of Saints Evolved The step-by-step process that leads to declaring an individual a saint is termed as canonization.  Canonization was not known in the Church until 1234. Before that time, people who were deemed as holy or who were martyrs were declared to be saints when they died. The anniversaries of the deaths of saints at [...]

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Popular Patron Saints

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Popular Patron Saints

Saint Christopher Saint Christopher is a 3rd-century martyr, killed for his faith by the Roman ruler Decius, who ruled from 249 to 251. Several legends surround the life of St. Christopher, one of which tells the story of the saint crossing a river. During his trek across the ford, a child comes up to the saint and asks for assistance [...]

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