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Patron Saint of Paola (his intercession saved the city from a siege by the Bruzi)

Saint Orontius of Lecce is the patron saint of paola (his intercession saved the city from a siege by the bruzi).

Saint Orontius of Lecce

Saint Orontius of Lecce

Feast: August 26

Saint Orontius of Lecce, also known as Orontius the Companion, Aronzo, Hermes, Horace, Oronzio, Rontius, was born in Lecce, Italy, in the year 22. He was the son of Publius, a Roman imperial...

Prayer for the Intercession of Saint Orontius of Lecce

Dear Saint Orontius of Lecce, you who have been chosen as patron of paola (his intercession saved the city from a siege by the bruzi), we humbly ask for your intercession before our Lord. Guide and protect all those who seek your help in matters of paola (his intercession saved the city from a siege by the bruzi). Through your holy example, help us to grow in faith and virtue. Amen.

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