Patronage

Patron Saint of Chaplains

The Catholic Church venerates St. Joseph Cafasso as the patron saint of chaplains. Patron saints are heavenly intercessors — believers entrust a place, profession, or struggle to a saint whose own life touched it, and ask for their prayers before God.

St. Joseph Cafasso

Feast: June 23

Known for his work as a priest and confessor, and for his deep commitment to spiritual guidance and care for the poor.

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