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Why not? St. Christopher--a martyr--has a great background story and he is known as the patron saint of quite a lot of patronages, among them include: gardeners, bookbinders, select cities, and mariners, among others (source: Catholic Encyclopedia at newadvent.org)
According to the story he was known to have met Christ as a child and took Christ across a river. While Christopher was carrying the Christ-child, the child became heavier by each step with an intense river current. Once on the other side, he asked Christ what happened and Christ told Christopher that he (Christopher) was carrying the weight of the world on his shoulders in troubled times.
His name literally means "Christ-bearer". So I don't see why St. Christopher can't be taken. It's a great name for a Confirmation candidate.
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What does the Saint Christopher charm represent?
The Saint Christopher charm represents Saint Christopher carrying Baby Jesus across a raging river. Saint Christopher would act as a human ferry carrying people across the river. The Saint Christopher charm depicts Baby Jesus perched on Saint Christopher's shoulder.
How old is Saint Christopher?
If Christopher were still alive today he would be about 1800 years old.
What nicknames does Christopher Saint Booth go by?
Christopher Saint Booth goes by Saint.
Is Saint Christopher a Scottish saint?
No, Christopher is not Scottish and never was in the country of Scotland.
When was Saint Christopher Academy created?
Saint Christopher Academy was created in 1945.
Is Saint Christopher mentioned in the Bible?
No. Saint Christopher is not mentioned in the Bible.
Is Saint Christopher the patron saint of athletes?
I do not know why Christopher is liked by athletes since he is not the patron saint of athletes. St. Sebastian holds that position. Christopher is a figure of legend who may have never existed.
When was Saint Christopher ordained?
Saint Christopher was neither a priest nor a bishop so was never ordained.
Which college would you choose Suffolk or Saint Anselm and why?
saint amslems all the way
Who is the saint for transport?
Saint Christopher is the Saint of travels and travelers.
When did Saint Christopher-Nevis-Anguilla end?
Saint Christopher-Nevis-Anguilla ended in 1983.
When was Saint Christopher-Nevis-Anguilla created?
Saint Christopher-Nevis-Anguilla was created in 1958.
