Patronage
Patron Saints of Clergy
The Catholic Church venerates 2 saints as patrons of clergy. 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. Flannan
Feast: December 18“Bishop of Killaloe and known for his piety and dedication to the Christian faith.”
St. Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows
Feast: February 27“He is known for his deep devotion to the passion of Christ and the sorrows of Mary.”
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