Patronage
Patron Saints of Laborers
The Catholic Church venerates 2 saints as patrons of laborers. 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. Isidore the Farmer
Feast: May 15“A humble farmer renowned for his piety and generosity towards the needy.”
St. James the Greater
Feast: July 25“St. James the Greater was one of Jesus' twelve apostles, renowned for being the first to be martyred among them.”
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