Stations of the Cross·Saint for a Minute
Saint for a Minute
Saint for a Minute
Other

Patron Saint of schools for the poor

Saint Joseph Calasanz is the patron saint of schools for the poor.

Saint Joseph Calasanz

Saint Joseph Calasanz

Feast: August 25

Saint Joseph Calasanz, also known as Joseph Calasanctius, Joseph of Our Lady, Joseph Calsanza, and José de Calasanz, was born on September 11, 1556, in his family's castle in Peralta, Barbastro,...

Prayer for the Intercession of Saint Joseph Calasanz

Dear Saint Joseph Calasanz, you who have been chosen as patron of schools for the poor, we humbly ask for your intercession before our Lord. Guide and protect all those who seek your help in matters of schools for the poor. Through your holy example, help us to grow in faith and virtue. Amen.

Related Patronages

schoolchildrenstudentsCatholic schools (proclaimed on 13 August 1948 by Pope Pius XII)collegesCongregation of Christian Workers of Saint Joseph Calasanzschoolsuniversities
Stay Connected

Get saint inspirations and updates. Join our growing community of faith.