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St. Anthony of Padua
Wonder Worker
Feast Day: June 13❖
Life & Legacy
St. Anthony of Padua was a Portuguese Catholic priest and friar of the Franciscan Order. Though he died at age 35, he was one of the most quickly canonized saints in church history. He was a powerful preacher and was known for his deep knowledge of scripture. Today, he is known as the patron saint of lost things and lost people, with countless miracles attributed to his intercession.
Birth
August 15, 1195
Death
June 13, 1231
Birthplace
Lisbon, Portugal
Canonization
May 30, 1232
Patron Of
Lost ItemsPoorTravelersMarriageLost People
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Notable Quotes
“Actions speak louder than words; let your words teach and your actions speak.”
“The saints are like the stars. In his providence Christ conceals them in a hidden place that they may not shine before others when they might wish to do so.”
Notable Miracles
- The Miracle of the Speaking Infant
- Bilocation During Sermon
- The Incorrupt Tongue
Associated Prayers
- Prayer to Find Lost Items
- Unfailing Prayer to St. Anthony
- Responsory to St. Anthony
Prayer to St. Anthony of Padua
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