Patron Saints of prison guards
2 saints serve as patrons of prison guards.
Saint Adrian of Nicomedia
Feast: March 4
Saint Adrian of Nicomedia, also known as Hadrian, was a pagan officer and bodyguard at the imperial court of Nicomedia. He earned his reputation as a fierce and devoted protector, standing by the...
Saint Hippolytus of Rome
Feast: August 13
Saint Hippolytus of Rome, also known as Hippolytus of Porto or Ippolito, was a third-century imperial Roman soldier who was assigned to guard Christian prisoners. It was through his interactions with...
Prayer for the Intercession of the Patron Saints of prison guards
Dear patron saints of prison guards, 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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