Patronage

Patron Saints of Bookbinders

The Catholic Church venerates 2 saints as patrons of bookbinders. 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. Bartholomew

Feast: August 24

One of the Twelve Apostles renowned for his faith and missionary work.

St. Columba of Iona

Feast: June 9

The 'Apostle to the Picts', a powerful Irish abbot who founded the monastery of Iona and converted much of Scotland.

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