And, unfortunately he has also become known as the patron saint of a number of diseases including herpes, leprosy, skin diseases and syphilis.

Who was Carlo Acutis? St. Catherine's Church in Mountain Lakes will host a show designed by the Italian teen, who will be the ...

The patron saint of the late pontiff, St. George, is credited with protecting the papacy and is also known as an intercessor ...

The Basilica of San Pietro in Pavia, Italy houses the body of Saint Augustine who was canonized in 1298, Augustine is recognized as the patron saint of brewers, printers, and theologians. "Throughout ...

St George’s Day is an annual day marked in calendars as England celebrates its patron saint. While you might have heard of it and maybe even celebrated it previously, do you know when it's ...

One of the things that has made me increasingly sad over the years is how muted the celebrations for England's patron saint have become. I'll admit, I should do a bit more myself. My car club used ...

He also had a personal devotion to particular saints, including these three: ...

In 1228, just two years after his death, Pope Gregory IX officially canonised St Francis of Assisi as a saint. Francis was declared the patron saint of animals and ecology due to his deep love for ...

While thousands take to the streets to celebrate the patron saint of England, an old Church ruling technically delays this year's feast day to Monday, April 28. According to church rules ...

He is the patron saint of all who study and work in the area of ecology, and he is also much loved by non-Christians.” “He was particularly concerned for God’s creation and for the poor and ...