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Patron Saint of Forest workers, foresters (the first Vallombrosan abbey was built in a forest, and its chapel became a place of worship for the many foresters who worked in the area

Saint John Gualbert is the patron saint of forest workers, foresters (the first vallombrosan abbey was built in a forest, and its chapel became a place of worship for the many foresters who worked in the area.

Saint John Gualbert

Saint John Gualbert

Feast: July 12

Saint John Gualbert, also known as Giovanni Gualberto or John Gualberto, was born around 985 in Florence, Italy, to a noble family known as the Visdomini. His life took a decisive turn when his...

Prayer for the Intercession of Saint John Gualbert

Dear Saint John Gualbert, you who have been chosen as patron of forest workers, foresters (the first vallombrosan abbey was built in a forest, and its chapel became a place of worship for the many foresters who worked in the area, we humbly ask for your intercession before our Lord. Guide and protect all those who seek your help in matters of forest workers, foresters (the first vallombrosan abbey was built in a forest, and its chapel became a place of worship for the many foresters who worked in the area. Through your holy example, help us to grow in faith and virtue. Amen.

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