Patronage
Patron Saint of Korean Martyrs
The saint
Who to turn to
St. Agatha is who the Church points to for korean martyrs. Their full life — and the memorial kept each year — is on their own page.
The patron saintSt. AgathaSoonAlso invoked
Also invokedAgatha Kwŏn Chin-iAs a martyr herself, St. Agatha Kwŏn Chin-i is a prominent figure recognized in the legacy of the Korean Martyrs.
Also invokedFulton J. SheenFulton J. Sheen was a bishop and a prominent television presenter, advocating for the Catholic faith and inspiring countless individuals towards holiness.Also invokedMagdalene ChoAs a Korean martyr, Magdalene Cho embodies the faith and courage required to inspire families, particularly within the Korean Catholic community.Also invokedAnthony Kim Sŏng-uSt. Anthony Kim Sŏng-u is a martyr revered among Korean Catholics, representing the courage of those who endured persecution for their faith.Also invokedFrancis Xavier Hong Gyo-manFrancis Xavier Hong Gyo-man is recognized for his martyrdom, making him a protector of Korean Martyrs.
Also invokedJohn Baptist Yi Kwang-nyŏlJohn Baptist Yi Kwang-nyŏl is a respected figure in the Korean Catholic community and is renowned for his martyrdom, which aligns closely with the struggles of Korean Martyrs.Also invokedAgatha YiSt. Agatha Yi is a member of the Korean Martyrs, exemplifying the courage and faith of those who suffered for their beliefs.Also invokedAgatha Kim A-giAs one of the Korean Martyrs, St. Agatha Kim A-gi embodies the courage and faith of those who suffered for their beliefs.Also invokedThomas Son ChasuhnHis leadership and dedication to faith exemplify the qualities expected of a patron for those who face persecution for their beliefs.Also invokedAnna Pak AgiSaint Anna Pak Agi is a recognized martyr of the Korean Church, making her a fitting patron for the Korean Martyrs.Also invokedElisabeth Chŏng Chŏng-hyeAlso invokedElisabeth Chŏng Chŏng-hyeElisabeth Chŏng Chŏng-hye is venerated as a martyr for her steadfast faith during persecution in Korea.Also invokedFrancis Yun Ji-heonGiven his non-violent stance and sacrifice for his faith, he serves as a patron for the Korean Martyrs, exemplifying the spirit of martyrdom.Also invokedSusanna U Sur-imSt. Susanna U Sur-im is a celebrated martyr within the Korean Martyrs, inspiring faith and courage in those facing persecution.Also invokedMagdalene Kim Ŏb-iSt. Magdalene Kim Ŏb-i is recognized as a patroness of the Korean Martyrs due to her courageous stand for the faith during persecution in Korea.Also invokedTheresa Yi Mae-imSt. Theresa Yi Mae-im is a revered figure within the Korean Martyrs, representing the courage and dedication to the faith in the face of persecution.
Also invokedFulton J. SheenFulton J. Sheen was a bishop and a prominent television presenter, advocating for the Catholic faith and inspiring countless individuals towards holiness.Also invokedMagdalene ChoAs a Korean martyr, Magdalene Cho embodies the faith and courage required to inspire families, particularly within the Korean Catholic community.Also invokedAnthony Kim Sŏng-uSt. Anthony Kim Sŏng-u is a martyr revered among Korean Catholics, representing the courage of those who endured persecution for their faith.Also invokedFrancis Xavier Hong Gyo-manFrancis Xavier Hong Gyo-man is recognized for his martyrdom, making him a protector of Korean Martyrs.Also invokedJohn Baptist Yi Kwang-nyŏlJohn Baptist Yi Kwang-nyŏl is a respected figure in the Korean Catholic community and is renowned for his martyrdom, which aligns closely with the struggles of Korean Martyrs.Also invokedAgatha YiSt. Agatha Yi is a member of the Korean Martyrs, exemplifying the courage and faith of those who suffered for their beliefs.Also invokedAgatha Kim A-giAs one of the Korean Martyrs, St. Agatha Kim A-gi embodies the courage and faith of those who suffered for their beliefs.Also invokedThomas Son ChasuhnHis leadership and dedication to faith exemplify the qualities expected of a patron for those who face persecution for their beliefs.Also invokedAnna Pak AgiSaint Anna Pak Agi is a recognized martyr of the Korean Church, making her a fitting patron for the Korean Martyrs.Also invokedElisabeth Chŏng Chŏng-hyeAlso invokedElisabeth Chŏng Chŏng-hyeElisabeth Chŏng Chŏng-hye is venerated as a martyr for her steadfast faith during persecution in Korea.Also invokedFrancis Yun Ji-heonGiven his non-violent stance and sacrifice for his faith, he serves as a patron for the Korean Martyrs, exemplifying the spirit of martyrdom.Also invokedSusanna U Sur-imSt. Susanna U Sur-im is a celebrated martyr within the Korean Martyrs, inspiring faith and courage in those facing persecution.Also invokedMagdalene Kim Ŏb-iSt. Magdalene Kim Ŏb-i is recognized as a patroness of the Korean Martyrs due to her courageous stand for the faith during persecution in Korea.Also invokedTheresa Yi Mae-imSt. Theresa Yi Mae-im is a revered figure within the Korean Martyrs, representing the courage and dedication to the faith in the face of persecution.Why this patronage
A Symbol of Endurance
As a martyr herself, St. Agatha Kwŏn Chin-i is a prominent figure recognized in the legacy of the Korean Martyrs.
Questions
Frequently asked
Who is the patron saint of Korean Martyrs?
St. Agatha is recognized as the patron saint of the Korean Martyrs.
Why St. Agatha?
St. Agatha is honored for her steadfast faith and martyrdom, inspiring the Korean Martyrs in their own sacrifices.
Is there a patron saint of martyrs?
Many saints are recognized as patrons of martyrs, but St. Agatha holds a special significance for the Korean Martyrs.
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