Patronage
Patron Saint of Educators
The saint
Who to turn to
St. Angela Merici is who the Church points to for educators. Their full life — and the memorial kept each year — is on their own page.
The patron saintSt. Angela MericiSoonAlso invoked
Also invokedAntonio RosminiAlso invokedCaterina CittadiniAlso invokedBruno the GreatAlso invokedFulcranHis life exemplified humility and service, making him suitable as a patron for families and guidance in familial matters.Also invokedMacarius of EgyptHis teachings inspire families to deepen their faith and commitment to God.Also invokedAnne-Marie JavouheyAlso invokedPeter CanisiusAlso invokedJulie BilliartAlso invokedSaint BonifaceAlso invokedEdmund Ignatius RiceAlso invokedBenedetta Cambiagio FrassinelloAlso invokedLaurence of CanterburyHis role in defeating paganism and instituting Christianity made him a key figure in the faith's endurance.Also invokedMarie GuyartAlso invokedCandida Maria of JesusAlso invokedJakob GappHis commitment to faith in the face of persecution aligns closely with the cause of courageous martyrs.Also invokedBibiana KhampaiBibiana's commitment to her faith, despite facing persecution, makes her an advocate for those facing hard decisions.Also invokedDina Bélanger
Also invokedSt. Faustina KowalskaHer teachings and devotion have made her a significant figure in the promotion of the Divine Mercy devotion, which is vital in Christian spirituality.Also invokedNano NagleAlso invokedFranciscoAs a mendicant friar, Francisco dedicated his life to serving the impoverished.
Also invokedSt. Faustina KowalskaHer teachings and devotion have made her a significant figure in the promotion of the Divine Mercy devotion, which is vital in Christian spirituality.Also invokedNano NagleAlso invokedFranciscoAs a mendicant friar, Francisco dedicated his life to serving the impoverished.Questions
Frequently asked
Who is the patron saint of educators?
St. Angela Merici is the patron saint of educators, known for founding the Ursuline order and promoting the education of girls.
Why St. Angela Merici?
Her commitment to education and empowerment of women has made her a significant figure in the field of teaching.
Is there a patron saint of schools?
Yes, St. Thomas Aquinas is often regarded as the patron saint of schools, emphasizing the integration of faith and reason in education.
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