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Saint Anne was the mother of the Virgin Mary. She and her husband Joachim had a strong faith in God, which was passed on to their daughter.
A superb student, Saint Thomas Aquinas was both a doctor of the Church and completely devoted to the academic and educational fields.
That daughter became the Virgin Mother to her son, Jesus Christ. Saint Anne is the patron saint of housewives and pregnant women.
He authored several important texts for the Church, including the Summa Theologica. His commitment to seeking the truth through knowledge is one of the reasons why he is such an appropriate patron saint for students and academics.
He liked to engage the youth with religion, building their enjoyment of the faith. He is the patron saint of actors, apprentices, and magicians, among others.
Saint John Bosco cared about the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of young people. He would entertain them with magic tricks and juggling.
A doctor of the Church, he contributed to the Liturgy of the Mass and Divine Office. He is the patron saint of singers and musicians.
Known as the father of the Gregorian chant, Saint Gregory the Great unsurprisingly has a strong association with singing.
A righteous man, Saint Joseph was a carpenter. He worked with diligence to take care of Mary and Jesus, and is associated with hard work and obedience to God.
Always seeking to provide for his family in a just and honest way, it's no wonder Joseph is considered the patron saint of engineers.
He delivered justice impartially, keeping the Bible by his side, and was dedicated to protecting orphans. He is the patron saint of lawyers.
An ecclesiastical judge, Saint Ivo de Kermartin was appointed to the court, where he was an advocate for the poor.
Saint Francis de Sales wrote many religious works, including several books and tracts, as a devout man of God. He is frequently depicted with a quill in his hand.
He wrote about how to cultivate a spiritual life during the time of the Reformation. He is considered the patron saint of journalists, authors, and communicators.
One of the first doctors to experiment with the use of insulin on diabetics, Saint Giuseppe Moscati awoke early to tend to the sick and poor in his area, free of charge. He is the patron saint of doctors.
Saint Matthew had worked for the Romans as a tax collector, before one day Jesus said "follow me" and he left to become one of the Twelve Apostles, with the remainder of his life being somewhat of a mystery.
He is considered the patron saint of accountants, tax collectors, bankers, and, more generally, financial professionals.
Saint John the Apostle played an important role with Peter in the foundation of the Church, following Christ's crucifixion.
John is known for having been at the foot of the cross as Jesus died. He is also known as John the Evangelist, and he is the patron saint of caregivers.
He is a symbol for interfaith dialogue, being acknowledged by Christian, Jewish, and Islamic faiths, so it fits that Gabriel is the patron saint of diplomats.
Gabriel the Archangel is recognized as "God's messenger." It was this archangel who delivered the news to the Virgin Mary that she would give birth to the Son of God.
This Spanish saint was a theologian and mystic, and one of the most important religious figures of the Counter-Reformation period.
He founded the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) in Paris, in 1534, who would go on to educate people all over the world. He is, fittingly, the patron saint of educators.
Instrumental in the founding of the Theatines, Saint Cajetan led a life void of possessions, including land.
As well as being the patron saint of Argentina and good fortune, he is is known as the patron saint of gamblers and the unemployed.
Once a notorious sinner, Mary Magdalene washed the feet of Jesus with her tears and wiped them with her hair. She is usually depicted with luscious hair, and is the patron saint of hairstylists.
She was likely present when Jesus rose from the dead, having repented from life as a sinner to follow him. She is also the patron saint of pharmacists and perfume makers.
Born in Italy, Saint Lucy is linked with the city of Syracuse (Sicily). Her name means light, and she came to be associated with sight and protection from eye disorders.
She stood strong in her faith and was persecuted for it. Although it's unclear why, she is considered the patron saint of salespeople, glaziers, and laborers.
Sources: (Catholic Link) (Britannica) (Small Devotions)
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Indeed, almost every occupation has a saint associated with it. These saints act as intermediaries between the individual and God, helping to have their prayers heard. They are a holy intercessor, who can advocate more effectively on the prayer's behalf, having a special affinity with the prayer's profession. The term "patron" comes from the Latin word patronus, which means defender, protector, and/or lawyer.
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Indeed, almost every occupation has a saint associated with it. These saints act as intermediaries between the individual and God, helping to have their prayers heard. They are a holy intercessor, who can advocate more effectively on the prayer's behalf, having a special affinity with the prayer's profession. The term "patron" comes from the Latin word patronus, which means defender, protector, and/or lawyer.
Intrigued? Click on to explore the patron saints of various professions.