Patronage
Patron Saints of Young Women
The Catholic Church venerates 3 saints as patrons of young women. 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. Agnes of Assisi
Feast: November 19“Founding the Poor Clares and following in the footsteps of her sister, St. Clare.”
St. Febronia
Feast: February 16“She is venerated as a virgin martyr in the Christian tradition.”
St. Maria Goretti
Feast: July 6“A courageous young martyr who exemplified forgiveness and purity.”
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