Patron Saint

Gerard Majella

(Sanctus Gerardo Maiella C.S.S.R)

Born 23 April 1725, Muro, Italy

Died: 1755 of tuberculosis

Canonized 11 December 1904 by Pope Saint Pius X

Feast October 16^th

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A Redemptorist brother, St. Gerard was known for his missionary zeal, ability to preach, and advocate of confession. He is also known as the patron saint of mothers and was said to have helped mothers in need during his life and many have requested his intercession for help in obtaining the blessings of motherhood and in the difficulties attendant on motherhood. Thus his patronage includes: childbirth, children, expectant mothers, falsely accused people, good confessions, lay brothers, motherhood, mothers, pregnant women, pro-life movement, unborn children.