Patronage
Patron Saints of Torture Victims
The Catholic Church venerates 4 saints as patrons of torture victims. 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. Alban
Feast: June 20“St. Alban is recognized as the first British martyr.”
St. Charles Lwanga
Feast: June 3“The chief of the Uganda Martyrs, a young courtier who protected pages from the king's abuse and was burned alive for his faith.”
St. Eulalia
Feast: December 10“A martyr known for her bravery and commitment to her faith during persecution in early Christianity.”
St. Julia of Corsica
Feast: May 22“A North African Christian woman who was sold into slavery and martyred on the island of Corsica for refusing to worship pagan gods.”
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