Patron Saints of gunsmiths
2 saints serve as patrons of gunsmiths.
Saint Eligius of Noyon
Feast: December 1
Saint Eligius of Noyon, also known as Alar, Elaere, Elar, Elard, Eler, Eloi, Eloy, Eloye, Iler, Loie, Loije, and Loy, was born in 588 in Catelat, near Limoges, France. He was the son of Eucherius and...
Saint Sebastian
Feast: January 20
Saint Sebastian, also known as Saint Sebastien, was born in Narbonne, Gaul (part of modern France), during the third century. He was the son of a wealthy Roman family and received his education in...
Prayer for the Intercession of the Patron Saints of gunsmiths
Dear patron saints of gunsmiths, 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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