St. Clement Mary Hofbauer
Czech-Bohemian Redemptorist priest (1751-1820), pioneer of the Redemptorists north of the Alps; called "Apostle of Vienna" for his preaching, hearing of confessions, and care of the city's poor. Feast March 15.
Life & Times
Born: 1751 · Died: 1820 · From: Czech Republic / Austria / Poland.
Patronage
St. Clement Mary Hofbauer is invoked as the patron of vienna, bakers, redemptorists. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Clement Mary Hofbauer, 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.