Patronage

Patron Saints of Europe

This directory highlights 4 saints associated with Europe. Read their stories below and ask for the intercession of the one whose path speaks to yours.

Some patronages have a formal Church designation; others reflect longstanding local or devotional traditions. The biographies link to sources for further reading. This directory is a starting point, rather than an exhaustive list of every patron.

St. Benedict of Nursia

Feast: July 11

St. Catherine of Siena

Feast: April 29

St. Cyril and Methodius

Feast: February 14

St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (Edith Stein)

Feast: August 9

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