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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