St. Anthony of Padua
Portuguese-born Franciscan friar (1195-1231) and Doctor of the Church; renowned preacher in northern Italy and southern France, called "Hammer of Heretics" for his eloquence against Catharism. Patron invoked for finding lost objects. Feast June 13.
Life & Times
Also known as: Anthony of Lisbon · Born: 1195 · Died: 1231 · From: Portugal / Italy.
Patronage
St. Anthony of Padua is invoked as the patron of lost items, the poor, travelers, fishermen, pregnant women. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
“The spirit of humility is sweeter than honey, and those who feed on this honey produce sweet fruit.”— Sermons for Sundays and Festivals, on the Feast of St. John the Baptist
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Anthony of Padua, are Christians whom the Catholic Church has formally recognized as having lived lifes of heroic holiness and who now dwell with God in heaven, offering an example of faith for those still on their earthly journey. Catholics don't worship saints, but ask them to pray to God with us and for us — much as one might ask a trusted friend to pray for them — trusting that those closest to God can join their voices to ours before Him. Discover more saints in the Catholic Shop Saints section.