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Patron Saints of East Indies

2 saints serve as patrons of east indies.

Saint Francis Xavier

Saint Francis Xavier

Feast: December 3

Saint Francis Xavier, born Francisco de Jaso y Azpilicueta on April 7, 1506, in Javier, Spanish Navarre, was a revered Catholic missionary and one of the founding members of the Society of Jesus,...

Saint Thomas The Apostle

Saint Thomas The Apostle

Feast: July 3

Saint Thomas the Apostle, also known as Apostle of India, Didymus, Doubting Thomas, Judas Thomas, the Twin, and Tomaso, was one of the twelve apostles chosen by Jesus Christ. He is best known for...

Prayer for the Intercession of the Patron Saints of East Indies

Dear patron saints of east indies, we humbly ask for your intercession before our Lord. Guide and protect all those who seek your help. Through your holy examples, help us to grow in faith and virtue. Amen.

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