Patron Saint of Poor
Who to turn to
St. Felix of Massa Martana is who the Church points to for poor. Their full life — and the memorial kept each year — is on their own page.
The patron saintSt. Felix of Massa MartanaSoon
Also invokedAndré BessetteHis commitment to social justice and support for the less fortunate resonates strongly with this cause.Also invokedFranciscana CirerHer life was dedicated to serving the less fortunate, making her a strong candidate for the patronage of the poor.
Also invokedJohn of GodHis life was devoted to serving the marginalized and afflicted, making him a revered figure among the poor.Also invokedThéodore GuérinAlso invokedThomas of VillanovaAlso invokedFrancesco PianzolaAlso invokedAlexis FalconieriAlso invokedBernardine of Feltre
Also invokedBlessed Virgin Mary, Queen of PolandMary is deeply associated with Poland, serving as the country's national patroness and a source of hope for the Polish people.
Also invokedClare of AssisiClare dedicated her life to serving the poor, hence she is closely associated with them.Also invokedMagdalene of CanossaAlso invokedLuigi TezzaAlso invokedAlphonse-Marie Eppinger
Also invokedSt. Bernadette SoubirousHer humble beginnings and her messages centered around faith and trust resonate deeply with the struggles of the poor.
Also invokedMartin de PorresHe is known as the patron saint of the poor due to his lifelong dedication to helping those in need.
Also invokedSolanus CaseyAlso invokedIrmã Dulce PontesHer life's mission was centered on assisting and advocating for the poorest in society, making her a natural patron for this cause.Also invokedKinga of Poland
Also invokedSt. NicholasHis legacy primarily focuses on helping those who are poor or in distress, making him a fitting patron for the poor.Also invokedAntonio Francisco Xavier AlvaresA heart for the needy
Given Gaetano Errico's extensive work supporting the needy, this would be a fitting recognition.
In solidarity with the poor
In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Most humble Martin de Porres, your burning charity embraced not only the poor and needy but even the animals of the field. For your splendid example of charity, we honour you and invoke your help. From your place in heaven, hear the requests of your needy brethren, so that, by imitating your virtues we may live contentedly in that state in which God has placed us. (mention request here…) St Martin’s Humility St Martin imitated our Lord, Who was meek and humble of heart. There was no pride or vanity in his soul. He knew that God is our Creator and that we are but His creatures. He understood that God loves us as children and only wants us to be happy. So he submitted entirely to the Holy Will of God. Let us all imitate St Martin by humbly doing the Will of God in all things. O humble St Martin, ask our Lord to give us the grace of true humility that we may not be puffed up with foolish pride, but may be contented with the gifts that God gives us. Obtain for us the light of the Holy Ghost that we may understand, as you did, that pride is a deceit of the devil and that only by doing the Will of God can we be truly happy. Amen. Our Father Hail Mary x3 Glory Be In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Frequently asked
Who is the patron saint of the poor?
St. Felix of Massa Martana is recognized as the patron saint of the poor, known for his compassion and service to those in need.
Why St. Felix of Massa Martana?
His life was dedicated to helping the marginalized, embodying the Christian call to serve the less fortunate.
Is there a patron saint of the needy?
Yes, St. Felix of Massa Martana specifically advocates for the poor and needy in society.
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