Patronage
Patron Saint of Brave Martyrs
The saint
Who to turn to
St. Philip Evans is who the Church points to for brave martyrs. Their full life — and the memorial kept each year — is on their own page.
The patron saintSt. Philip EvansSoonAlso invoked
Also invokedAgatha Kwŏn Chin-iHer bravery in the face of persecution aligns her with the qualities embodied by Brave Martyrs.Also invokedMaria Antonina KratochwilSt. Maria Antonina's bravery and dedication to family and faith make her an ideal patron for families facing difficult circumstances.
Also invokedMaximilian KolbeMaximilian Kolbe is recognized as a brave martyr who willingly died in place of another person during World War II, exemplifying the ultimate act of sacrifice.
Also invokedSaint BarbaraSt. Barbara is recognized as a martyr, embodying the courage of brave martyrs who stood firmly in their faith amidst persecution.Also invokedHermann JosephSt. Hermann Joseph, a prominent mystic, is associated with Eucharistic Devotion because of his profound spiritual insights and his dedication to the Eucharist.
Also invokedThomas MoreHe is honored among the Brave Martyrs for his unwavering commitment to his principles, sacrificing his life for his faith.
Also invokedSaint LucyHer steadfast commitment to her faith under duress exemplifies the spirit of bravery that characterizes the holy martyrs.
Also invokedSt. James the ApostleSt. James is honored as one of the first martyrs for the faith, having died defending it.Also invokedJohn of Jesus Hernández y DelgadoJohn of Jesus Hernández y Delgado's emphasis on deep prayer and contemplation aligns with the belief in achieving a good death through spiritual readiness.Also invokedGregory of NyssaSt. Gregory of Nyssa emphasized the importance of living a good, holy life, which includes the hope for a good death.
Also invokedMaximilian KolbeMaximilian Kolbe is recognized as a brave martyr who willingly died in place of another person during World War II, exemplifying the ultimate act of sacrifice.Also invokedSaint BarbaraSt. Barbara is recognized as a martyr, embodying the courage of brave martyrs who stood firmly in their faith amidst persecution.Also invokedHermann JosephSt. Hermann Joseph, a prominent mystic, is associated with Eucharistic Devotion because of his profound spiritual insights and his dedication to the Eucharist.Also invokedThomas MoreHe is honored among the Brave Martyrs for his unwavering commitment to his principles, sacrificing his life for his faith.Also invokedSaint LucyHer steadfast commitment to her faith under duress exemplifies the spirit of bravery that characterizes the holy martyrs.Also invokedSt. James the ApostleSt. James is honored as one of the first martyrs for the faith, having died defending it.Also invokedJohn of Jesus Hernández y DelgadoJohn of Jesus Hernández y Delgado's emphasis on deep prayer and contemplation aligns with the belief in achieving a good death through spiritual readiness.Also invokedGregory of NyssaSt. Gregory of Nyssa emphasized the importance of living a good, holy life, which includes the hope for a good death.Why this patronage
A martyr's unwavering faith
Her bravery in the face of persecution aligns her with the qualities embodied by Brave Martyrs.
Questions
Frequently asked
Who is the patron saint of Brave Martyrs?
St. Philip Evans is recognized as the patron saint of Brave Martyrs, celebrated for his unwavering faith and sacrifice.
Why St. Philip Evans?
St. Philip Evans was a Welsh priest who was martyred for his beliefs, exemplifying courage in the face of persecution.
Is there a patron saint of courage?
Yes, several saints are associated with courage, but St. Philip Evans is particularly revered for his bravery as a martyr.
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