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Female Patron Saint of Autism

October 10, 2023September 30, 2023 Cascia Talbert

Female Patron Saint of Autism One of the most challenging aspects of autism spectrum disorder is a sense of isolation. It’s a kind of spiritual starvation that can make it hard for people with autism to connect with God and others. Aimee Martin stumbled upon a female patron saint who possessed some of the traits that characterize autism. She is committed to spreading the news about St. Leonie and her work as a prayer support for autistic children and their families. St. Dymphna Saint Dymphna was a beautiful Irish princess…

A Catholic List of Saints and What They Protect

October 8, 2023September 30, 2023 Cascia Talbert

A Catholic List of Saints and What They Protect Most Catholics have a patron saint that they look up to, or one who inspires them. Saints often become associated with certain ailments or activities due to how they lived their lives or interceded for others. There are many different patron saints for countries, cities, organizations and more. Some saints seem like they always led virtuous lives, but many went through hardships and struggles to grow closer to God. St. Thomas Aquinas St. Thomas Aquinas was an Italian Roman Catholic theologian…

Catholic Parenting – Tuesday Tip: Disciplining With Love

September 12, 2023September 27, 2023 Cascia Talbert

Catholic Parenting – Tuesday Tip: Disciplining With Love Catholic parents are often frustrated by the number of kids who don’t share their faith. In one survey, Catholics recorded the lowest enthusiasm for passing on their religion out of any Christian group. The Church teaches that parents are bound to teach their children. This includes educating them on their faith, and it also involves establishing clear boundaries. 1. Discipline with Love Whether you think your parenting style is permissive or authoritarian, it’s always a good idea to learn how to discipline…

Catholic Saints

August 14, 2023August 12, 2023 Cascia Talbert

Catholic Saints Catholic Saints are ordinary people who lived extraordinary lives of heroic virtue. They influenced the church and world around them through their prayer, sacrifices, and service. Most Catholics and many non-Catholics have one or more saints they admire or seek to emulate. Here are a few of the more popular ones: Saint Therese of Lisieux, patron saint of those with chronic illnesses; St. Augustine, bishop of Hippo; and St. Catherine of Siena. St. Michael As a general rule, Catholic saints were not ordinary people. They were martyrs, kings…

Catholic Saints Info

July 19, 2022January 18, 2023 Cascia Talbert

If you’re a Catholic, you might be wondering about the history of the Catholic saints. Many Catholics know of the Blessed Virgin Mary, St. John the Baptist, and St. Francis of Assisi. But do you know the history of the other, lesser-known saints? Many people have a favorite saint. Maybe it’s someone who identifies with them, or someone they admire, or even someone who they’d like to be more like. Regardless of your favorite saint, you’re sure to find something of interest. For the most part, Catholic saints are simply…

Catholic Patron Saints List

July 9, 2022April 19, 2023 Cascia Talbert

A patron saint is the patron of a specific country, place, activity, craft, clan, or person. This figure is considered to be a heavenly advocate for the cause of the chosen community, craft, or person. Here is a list of all the patron saints for different countries. You may be surprised to find who you have in common with the people you know. Read on to discover how patron saints are connected to the different aspects of life. Catholics honor several different types of saints. Some are associated with specific…

What Are the Best Types of Patron Saints and What They Represent?

June 11, 2021June 18, 2021 Cascia Talbert

What Are the Best Types of St patron Saints and What They Represent? If you have ever gone to a Catholic Church, you may have seen pictures of the patron saints of your favorite religion displayed in front of the church. These images typically portray one of the many qualities that the Saints represent. Some people will display a picture of a Saint with their own life and some might display one based on their belief system. Even though there are many different representations of the patron saints of different…

A Look at Five Popular patron Saints and Prayers

June 9, 2021June 18, 2021 Cascia Talbert

A Look at Five Popular patron Saints and Prayers Our patron Saints and pray options vary greatly depending on the religion that we subscribe to. Each of our twelve special beings has a different way of providing help and assistance to those who ask for it. The important thing is not which saint is best for you but that you are at least familiar with the ones that are mentioned. St. Valentine is considered by many to be the patron Saint of lovers, which may explain why there is so…

Catholic Saints

May 20, 2021June 23, 2021 Cascia Talbert

A Catholic Saint is someone who is considered to be a great religious person. This is an incomplete listing of divine beings and people whom the Catholic Church considers to be saints. According to Catholic doctrine, all Saints enjoy the beatific view of life. Being beatified involves receiving the gift of faith from God and becoming a full member of the flock. While the Catholic Church does not officially list the names of its Catholic saints, the Catholic religion places great emphasis on the sanctity of the dead. Catholics believe…

A Saint of Special Education

May 5, 2021June 23, 2021 Cascia Talbert

Saint Raphael is the patron saint of special education. Raphael was a Roman Catholic teacher who spent a lot of time in prayer and helping the poor. He is well-known for his teaching abilities and his compassion for all mankind. When he became a saint, his work continues to help children throughout the world with disabilities and learning differences. His love of children makes him one of the most sought after teachers in the United States. Raphael’s specialty was teaching reading, writing, science, music, history, geography, and philosophy. He was…