A portrait of St. Bernardine of Siena
St. Bernardine of Siena
1380 – 1444
Feast
May 20 · XV c.
Patron of
Advertisers · Public relations · Chest/lung problems · Gambling addiction, devotional
Order
Priest / Franciscan
Italian Franciscan preacher (1380-1444) who revitalized devotion to the Holy Name of Jesus, popularizing the IHS monogram on a sun-disc that still appears on the façade of many churches. Vicar General of the Observant Franciscans. Feast May 20.
Life & Times
Born: 1380 · Died: 1444 · From: Italy.
Patronage
St. Bernardine of Siena is invoked as the patron of advertisers, public relations, chest/lung problems, gambling addiction, devotional. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Bernardine of Siena, 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.