Patronage
Patron Saints of The Mentally Ill
The Catholic Church venerates 2 saints as patrons of the mentally ill. 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. John of God
Feast: March 8“St. John of God is revered for founding the Brothers Hospitallers, dedicated to caring for the sick.”
St. Margaret of Cortona
Feast: February 22“Known for her life of penitence and dedication to the poor after a life of sin.”
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