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The patron saint of child care?
Saint Philomena (who was a child herself, only 14 when she passed away), and Saint Nicholas (also known as Santa Claus) are patron saints of children.
Who was Saint Alexander of Comana?
Saint Alexander of Comana is the patron saint of coal burners. He was the Bishop of Comana in Pontus, and passed away sometime in 250 AD.
Who is the patron saint of losers?
The Patron Saint Index lists no patron saint of losers. I would say that Saint Joseph of Cupertino would be a good candidte. Everyone he knew thought him to be insufferable; he had no talent, screwed up everything he touched and was turned away by his own mother. Yet he loved God and was of such a kind and humble spirit that he became a saint.
Do you have to be deceased to become a saint?
yes you do you have to be passed away and a whole process to become a saint
How old was Saint Alice when she passed away?
Either 45 or 46.
Who is the patron saint of horseback riders?
There are a few Patron Saints of horseback riders. My favorite is Martin of Tours (aka Martin the Merciful. The Patron Saint of many things, including riders, horsemen (and women) and equestrians. Once, while on horseback, he encountered a beggar . Having nothing to give but the clothes on his back, he cut his heavy officer's cloak in half and gave it to the beggar. Then he had a vision of Christ wearing this cloak. The painting of Martin the Merciful and the beggar is the most common one you'll find. When the bishop of Tours passed away, Martin was asked to become bishop, he declined. But because of the love of the people and their "votes" he did indeed become bishop.
Where did Saint Monica travel?
Monica was from North Africa and travelled to Italy where she passed away.
Is Saint Dymphna the patron saint of people suffering from depression?
St. Dymphna is the patron saint of the mentally insane, and so, of those suffering from depression. She is the patron saint of the mentally ill because of her father's obsession with her. She looked like her dead mother, and he wished to marry her. She refused and ran away from home. Her father's obsession did not subside, and he followed her. When he found her he ordered her to come home with him, and marry him. She refused and he ordered her death. Her companions protected her, and they were struck down. The solders, though, were afraid to kill Dymphna because of her beauty. Her father, driven by his insanity, killed her himself. St. Dymphna is also the patron saint incest victims, and of runaways.
When did Saint Samuel die?
Saint Samuel the Confessor was born in 597 in Egypt, and passed away in 693. There is a major shrine dedicated to him in Egypt.
What is the definition of patron saint?
According to the catholic.org, patron saint means are chosen as special protectors or guardians over areas of life. These areas can include occupations, illnesses, churches, countries, causes -- anything that is important to us. The earliest records show that people and churches were named after apostles and martyrs as early as the fourth century. Recently, the popes have named patron saints but patrons can be chosen by other individuals or groups as well. Patron saints are often chosen today because an interest, talent, or event in their lives overlaps with the special area. Angels can also be named as patron saints. A patron saint can help us when we follow the example of that saint's life and when we ask for that saint's intercessory prayers to God. For example, Francis of Assisi loved nature and so he is patron of ecologists. Francis de Sales was a writer and so he is patron of journalists and writers. Clare of Assisi was named patron of television because one Christmas when she was too ill to leave her bed she saw and heard Christmas Mass -- even though it was taking place miles away.
Is there a website that lists people who have passed away?
www.findagrave.com
Why is Saint Dymphna the saint of family happiness?
Dymphna had a horrible family life. Her mother passed away when she was still young. Her father tried to marry her but Dymphna refused so he killed her.
