Patronage

Patron Saint of Humor

The Catholic Church venerates St. Philip Neri as the patron saint of humor. 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. Philip Neri

Feast: May 26

The Apostle of Joy

An influential figure in the Catholic Church, known for his joyful spirit and the founding of the Oratory.

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