Originally a fisherman named Simon, called 'the rock', first pope, crucified upside down
St. Peter
Foster father of Jesus and husband of Mary. A humble carpenter known for his obedience, protection, and quiet strength. Patron of fathers and workers.
St. Joseph
Called “The Little Flower,” she taught that small acts of love can lead to great holiness. Died young but left a powerful spiritual legacy.
St. Therese of Lisieux
St. Carlo Acutis
the Internet
pope from 1978-2005, global outreach, youth engagement
St. John Paul II
"The Beloved disciple", author in one Gospel, cared for Mary, died of old age on an island
St. John
Gave up wealth to live in poverty and serve the poor. Loved animals and nature, founded the Franciscan order, and inspired peace and simplicity.
St. Francis of Assisi
Teenage warrior who led French troops after receiving visions from saints. Martyred at 19 and canonized for her courage and faith.
St. Joan of Arc
St. Anthony of Padua
lost items, travelers, the poor
lived 1910-1997, selfless service to the poor, Catholic nun, founded the Missionaries of Charity, received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979, "small things with great love"
St. Teresa of Calcutta (Mother Teresa)
Former tax collector, wrote a Gospel, was martyred
St. Matthew
Preached repentance and baptized Jesus. Lived in the wilderness and was martyred for speaking truth to power.
St. John the Baptist
First Native American saint. Converted to Catholicism and lived a life of purity and devotion despite persecution.
St. Kateri Tekakwitha
St. Lucy
blind people, eye diseases
born in Canada in 1845, died 1937, joined Congregation of the Holy Cross, great connection to St. Joseph, canonized in 2010
St. Andre Bessette
Famously doubted Jesus’ resurrection until he saw the wounds. He preached in India and was martyred by spear
St. Thomas
Leader of God’s heavenly army. Protector against evil and patron of police officers and soldiers.
St. Michael the Archangel
Mother of the Virgin Mary. Honored as a model of motherhood and faith.
St. Anne
St. Christopher
travelers, motorists
1894-1941, Franciscan priest who took the place of a Jew at Auschwitz, canonized in 1982 by Pope John Paul II, patron of prisoners and the pro-life movement
St. Maximilian Kolbe
Peter's brother and also a fisherman, crucified in Greece, patron of fisherman and singers
St. Andrew
Italian priest known for his deep prayer life, miraculous healings, and the stigmata, spent hours hearing confessions and was beloved for his wisdom, humility, and spiritual gifts. His motto was “Pray, hope, and don’t worry.”
St. Padre Pio
First to witness the resurrection of Jesus. A devoted follower who experienced deep conversion.
St. Mary Magdalene
St. Vincent de Paul
Charitable societies, hospitals, volunteers
1922-1962, Italian pediatrician, when pregnant with 4th child she chose to preserve her baby's life over her own, example of the sanctity of life and dignity of motherhood, canonized in 2004, patron of mothers, physicians and unborn children
St. Gianna Beretta Molla