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Patron Saint of Purse makers (from the legendary size of his alms-giving)

Saint Brieuc of Brittany is the patron saint of purse makers (from the legendary size of his alms-giving).

Saint Brieuc of Brittany

Saint Brieuc of Brittany

Feast: May 1

Saint Brieuc of Brittany, also known as Breock, Briach, Brieg, Briego, Brigomalos, Brimael, Brioc, Brioch, Briock, Brioco, Briocus, Briog, Briomaglus, Bru, and Bryan, was born around 420 in Dyfed,...

Prayer for the Intercession of Saint Brieuc of Brittany

Dear Saint Brieuc of Brittany, you who have been chosen as patron of purse makers (from the legendary size of his alms-giving), we humbly ask for your intercession before our Lord. Guide and protect all those who seek your help in matters of purse makers (from the legendary size of his alms-giving). Through your holy example, help us to grow in faith and virtue. Amen.

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