Patronage
Patron Saints of Popes
The Catholic Church venerates 8 saints as patrons of popes. 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. Evaristus
Feast: October 26“He is known as the fifth Pope and a successor of St. Peter.”
St. Gelasius I
Feast: November 21“St. Gelasius I is known for his significant contributions to the doctrine and governance of the early Church.”
St. Gregory the Great
Feast: September 3“Pope who significantly reformed the liturgy and initiated missions to convert pagans.”
St. Hyginus
Feast: January 11“St. Hyginus is known for being the Pope who led the early Church during a time of persecution and organizational development.”
St. John I
Feast: May 18“Being a pope who stood for the rights of the Church against the Arian heresy.”
St. Leo the Great
Feast: November 10“He was a significant Pope who defined Christology and confronted the threat posed by Attila the Hun.”
St. Martin I
Feast: April 13“He is known for his steadfast resistance against the Monothelite heresy.”
St. Peter
Feast: June 29“St. Peter is recognized as the first pope and a leader among the apostles.”
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