Who Is My Patron Saint?

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Trying to choose your patron saint, but not sure where to start? Could it be the patron saint of travelers, St. Christopher, or the saint of animals and ecology, St. Francis of Assisi? What about the Virgin Mary herself, who looks after mothers, women, and children?

We’ll help you find out by asking fun but important questions about your interests, goals, and approach to living a saintly life. Just click “Start Quiz” to find your patron saint!

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Questions Overview

1. What month were you born in?
  1. January, February, or March
  2. April
  3. May
  4. June
  5. July or August
  6. September
  7. October, November, or December
2. Pick a religious symbol:
  1. White lily
  2. The cross
  3. Fleur-de-lis
  4. A dove
  5. Prayer hands
  6. The baby Jesus
3. In your free time, you like to…
  1. Spend time with my family.
  2. Listen to podcasts.
  3. Cuddle with my pets.
  4. Work out.
  5. Read.
  6. Do volunteer work.
  7. Write or paint.
  8. Explore new neighborhoods or towns.
4. Which of these would be your dream job?
  1. Homemaker
  2. Therapist
  3. Veterinarian
  4. Military strategist
  5. Teacher
  6. Social worker
  7. Nurse
  8. Travel writer
5. Choose a city or monument to visit:
  1. Bethlehem (Palestine)
  2. The Vatican (Vatican City)
  3. The Cathedral of Notre-Dame (France)
  4. Kolkata, India
  5. Rome, Italy
  6. Santiago de Compostela, Spain
6. Choose a name and meaning that resonates with you:
  1. Malia, “beloved” or “of the sea.”
  2. Jude, “praised” or “thanks be given.”
  3. Charles, “free man.”
  4. Dorothy, “gift from God.”
  5. Alvin, “noble friend.”
  6. Soleil, “sun.”
  7. Ines, “pure.”
  8. Christian, “follower of Christ.”
7. Which of these causes are you most passionate about?
  1. Women’s rights
  2. Poverty
  3. The environment
  4. Prison reform
  5. Education
  6. Homelessness
  7. Free healthcare
  8. Protecting refugees
8. What’s one trait or habit that you’d like to improve on?
  1. Pride or arrogance
  2. Forgetfulness or disorganization
  3. Greediness or over-consumption
  4. Self-doubt or anxiety
  5. Laziness or procrastination
  6. Low self-worth or pessimism
  7. Passivity or cowardliness
9. Which of these is your favorite school subject?
  1. Foreign Language
  2. Art
  3. Math
  4. Earth Science
  5. History
  6. English
  7. Chemistry
10. Pick a good deed:
  1. Volunteering at a local soup kitchen.
  2. Giving directions to someone who’s lost.
  3. Picking up litter in the park.
  4. Donating blood.
  5. Giving a compliment to a stranger.
  6. Mentoring a student.
11. Your friend is having a tough week—what do you do?
  1. Listen to them and offer compassion.
  2. Providing practical help, like cooking or chores.
  3. Bring over their favorite snacks.
  4. Give them an inspiring pep talk.
  5. Give them self-care items, like aromatherapy candles.
12. Choose a motto to guide your life:
  1. “Do whatever He tells you.”
  2. “Let your words teach and your actions speak.”
  3. “Courage is the mastery of fear, not the absence of it.”
  4. “It is in giving that we receive.”

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What Is a Patron Saint & How Do You Choose One?

Saints are holy people who are recognized for devoting their whole lives to God, good deeds, and adherence to traditional Christian values. These people are officially recognized as saints and declared by the Church in a process called canonization. Joan of Arc, for instance, is a historical figure who was declared a saint due to her unwavering faith and claims that she was being guided by God.

Patron saints, meanwhile, are saints who spiritually protect or guide certain things, people, or places. Saint Patrick, for instance, is the patron saint of Ireland. St. Cecilia, as another example, is the patron saint of musicians.

Some people also choose a patron saint for their own identities and lives. This patron saint is said to be their spiritual guardian and protector throughout their lives, or especially in a particular area of their lives.

You might choose a patron saint that you feel aligned with, look up to, or who you feel has something to teach you. Here are some other things to consider when choosing a patron saint:

1. Your birthday. Every saint has a “feast day,” so you might choose the saint whose feast day falls on your birthday. If your birthday is December 10th, for instance, your saint would be Our Lady of Loreto, the patron saint of aviators, fliers, pilots, and builders.

2. Your interests or hobbies. The things you like to do in your free time might draw you toward a particular saint. If you enjoy art, for example, you might choose St. Catherine of Bologna, a noted painter, poet, and musician who’s also the patron saint of artists.

3. Your job or vocation. Similar to hobbies and interests, your job or vocation might lead you to a relevant saint. Some patron saints look after specific career paths. If you are or want to be an accountant or banker, for instance, you might choose Saint Matthew, who is the patron saint of bookkeepers.

4. Your heritage. Certain saints are connected with specific countries, cities, races, or ethnicities. Saint Rose of Lima, for example, is the patron saint of Latin America, the Philippines, and the Americas. St. Benedict the Moor, as another example, is recognized as a patron saint of African-Americans.

5. The meaning of a saint’s name. Another way to find a patron saint is to find a saint whose name means something significant to you, especially because you might adopt your patron’s name as your own “saint name.” For example, maybe you want to strive for more courage in your life. You might choose Saint Bernadette Soubirous, whose name means “brave as a bear.”

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