Patronage
Patron Saints of Mystics
The Catholic Church venerates 2 saints as patrons of mystics. 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. Gertrude the Great
Feast: November 16“A revered Benedictine mystic renowned for her profound visions and writings on the love of Christ.”
St. John of the Cross
Feast: December 14“A Carmelite mystic and poet, St. John of the Cross is renowned for his profound spiritual writings, particularly 'Dark Night of the Soul'.”
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