Patronage
Patron Saints of Pregnancy
The Catholic Church venerates 2 saints as patrons of pregnancy. 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. Elizabeth (mother of John Baptist)
Feast: November 5“St. Elizabeth is revered as the mother of John the Baptist and the cousin of the Virgin Mary.”
St. Pantaleon
Feast: July 27“St. Pantaleon is known as a physician and martyr who devoted his life to healing and serving others.”
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