Patronage
Patron Saints of Victims of Abuse
The Catholic Church venerates 2 saints as patrons of victims of abuse. 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. Monica
Feast: August 27“She is celebrated as the mother of St. Augustine, who underwent a remarkable conversion due in large part to her persistent prayers.”
St. Norbert
Feast: June 6“He founded the Premonstratensian order and devoted his life to reforming others through deep holiness.”
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