Who is the female saint of courage?

O Saint Joan of Arc, courageous woman soldier, called by God to fight and save your country from the enemy; grant that I, like you, may hear God's call in my life and have the courage to follow it faithfully, as priest, religious, married or single.
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Who is the Catholic patron saint of courage?

Saint Sebastian

The artistic depiction of St Sebastian is considered symbolic of the virtues and gifts of strength, stamina, perseverance, courage and justice in the face of adversity.
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Who was a female warrior saint?

St. Catherine is one of the most well known saints, and for good reason. Her battle to enter the church was hard fought. Her parents expected her to marry well.
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What female saint is known for kindness?

Veronica, Saint of Kindness and Charity.
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Who is the female patron saint of miracles?

St. Rita of Cascia (1381–1457) is a Saint venerated in the Roman Catholic Church and bestowed the title of Patroness for impossible causes. Various miracles have been attributed to her.
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A Woman of Wisdom and Courage: St. Catherine the Great Martyr of Alexandria



Which saint protects you?

Because St. Christopher offered protection to travelers and against sudden death, many churches placed images or statues of him, usually opposite the south door, so he could be easily seen.
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Who is the saint of nature female?

Kateri Tekakwitha, whose feast we celebrate on July 14. The first Native American saint from the territories of the future United States and Canada, she is popularly venerated as a patroness of ecology.
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Who is the patron saint of difficult times?

Jude Thaddeus – Best known simply as St. Jude, this apostle of Jesus is the patron of hopeless cases. Jude was chosen for this role because he was often mistaken for the apostle who betrayed Jesus since they shared the same name.
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Is there a saint for confidence?

Most holy St. Anthony, Beloved Friend of Jesus, Be with me, especially in life's troubles and difficulties. Intercede before the Lord for me, so that I may confidently know I do not face my problems alone.
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Who is the saint of calm?

Saint Dymphna, martyr of purity, patroness of those who suffer with nervous and mental afflictions, beloved child of Jesus and Mary, pray to Them for me and obtain my request. (Pray one Our Father, one Hail Mary and one Glory Be.)
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What are some good female saints?

Sisterhood of Saints: 14 Holy Women
  • Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. (August 28, 1774 – January 4, 1821) ...
  • Saint Maria Goretti. (October 16, 1890 – July 6, 1902) ...
  • Saint Clare of Assisi. ...
  • Saint Bernadette Soubirous. ...
  • Saint Joan of Arc. ...
  • Saint Kateri Tekakwitha. ...
  • Saint Teresa Benedicta of the Cross. ...
  • Saint Margaret of Scotland.
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Who is the female saint of helping others?

Saint Teresa: the true embodiment of mercy and compassion.
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What is the saint of love?

St. Dwynwen is the patron saint of lovers. Her feast day is January 25, Dydd Santes Dwynwen. If you are Welsh, or the one you love is Welsh, January 25 is an opportunity to express your affection and say “Dwy'n dy garu di” (“I love you”, in Welsh).
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Who is the patron saint of strong will?

Eulalia: A patron saint for strong-willed children and those with fiery tempers--Aleteia.
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Who is the saint of miracles?

Saint Anthony of Padua, the Saint of miracles.
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Who is the saint of humble?

Joseph. He is the silent saint, humble and obedient, a simple carpenter. Perhaps this is why we find him so easy to overlook, but his modesty makes him no less valiant than those public heroes whose stories we so love to tell. St.
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Who is the saint of spirit?

St. Ephrem is the patron saint for Spiritual Directors and Spiritual Leaders. Many of them call upon St. Ephrem today for his intercession in times of trouble and discernment.
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