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Patron Saints of penitent women

4 saints serve as patrons of penitent women.

Saint Afra of Augsburg

Saint Afra of Augsburg

Feast: August 7

Saint Afra of Augsburg, also known simply as Saint Afra, was a remarkable figure in early Christian history. Born in the latter 3rd century in Augsburg, Bavaria, Germany, Afra initially led a life as...

Saint Margaret of Cortona

Saint Margaret of Cortona

Feast: February 22

Saint Margaret of Cortona, also known as Margherita, was born in 1247 in Loviano, Tuscany, Italy, to a farmer's family. Unfortunately, her mother passed away when she was just seven years old,...

Saint Mary Magdalen

Saint Mary Magdalen

Feast: July 22

Saint Mary Magdalen, also known as Maria Maddalena, Maria Magdalena, Mary Magdalene, or the Sinner, is one of the most iconic figures in Christian history. Although very little is known about her,...

Saint Mary of Egypt

Saint Mary of Egypt

Feast: April 1

Saint Mary of Egypt, also known as Maria Aegyptica, was born around the year 344 in Egypt. From a young age, she was known for her beauty and was spoiled by her family, who took great pride in her....

Prayer for the Intercession of the Patron Saints of penitent women

Dear patron saints of penitent women, 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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