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Patron Saint of public health

Saint Martin De Porres is the patron saint of public health.

Saint Martin De Porres

Saint Martin De Porres

Feast: November 3

Saint Martin de Porres, also known as Martín de Porres Velázquez, was born on December 9, 1579, in Lima, Peru. He was the illegitimate son of a Spanish nobleman named Juan and a young freed black...

Prayer for the Intercession of Saint Martin De Porres

Dear Saint Martin De Porres, you who have been chosen as patron of public health, we humbly ask for your intercession before our Lord. Guide and protect all those who seek your help in matters of public health. Through your holy example, help us to grow in faith and virtue. Amen.

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