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Patron Saint of retreats (proclaimed on 25 July 1922 by Pope Pius XI)

Saint Ignatius of Loyola is the patron saint of retreats (proclaimed on 25 july 1922 by pope pius xi).

Saint Ignatius of Loyola

Saint Ignatius of Loyola

Feast: July 31

Saint Ignatius of Loyola, also known as Inigo Lopez de Loyola, was born in 1491 in Loyola, Guipuzcoa, Spain. He was born into the Spanish nobility and was the youngest of twelve children. As a young...

Prayer for the Intercession of Saint Ignatius of Loyola

Dear Saint Ignatius of Loyola, you who have been chosen as patron of retreats (proclaimed on 25 july 1922 by pope pius xi), we humbly ask for your intercession before our Lord. Guide and protect all those who seek your help in matters of retreats (proclaimed on 25 july 1922 by pope pius xi). Through your holy example, help us to grow in faith and virtue. Amen.

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