St. Catherine of Ricci
Italian Dominican mystic (1522-1590), prioress of the convent of San Vincenzo in Prato; known for the weekly ecstasies of the Passion she experienced for twelve years. Friend of Sts. Philip Neri and Mary Magdalene de' Pazzi. Feast February 13.
Life & Times
Born: 1522 · Died: 1590 · From: Italy.
Patronage
St. Catherine of Ricci is invoked as the patron of the sick, dominican nuns, mystics. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
“Jesus is my one love.”— St. Catherine of Ricci (traditionally attributed)
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Catherine of Ricci, 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.