Patronage
Patron Saints of Americas
The Catholic Church venerates 4 saints as patrons of Americas. Each came to this patronage through their own life — read their stories below and ask for the intercession of the one whose path speaks to yours.
St. Herman of Alaska
Feast: December 13“The first Orthodox saint canonized in the Americas, a Russian monk who defended Native Alaskans from exploitation.”
St. Isaac Jogues
Feast: October 19“Jesuit missionary and martyr who dedicated his life to evangelizing Native Americans in North America.”
St. Mariana de Jesús
Feast: May 26“Ecuadorian mystic known for her self-sacrifice during a plague and earthquake.”
St. Oscar Romero
Feast: March 24“Archbishop martyred for his defense of the poor and oppressed in El Salvador.”
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