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Patron Saint of teachers (proclaimed on 15 May 1950 by Pope Pius XII)

Saint John Baptist De La Salle is the patron saint of teachers (proclaimed on 15 may 1950 by pope pius xii).

Saint John Baptist De La Salle

Feast: April 7

Saint John Baptist De La Salle, also known as the Father of Modern Education, was born on April 30, 1651, in Rheims, France. He was the oldest of ten children and grew up in a wealthy and noble...

Prayer for the Intercession of Saint John Baptist De La Salle

Dear Saint John Baptist De La Salle, you who have been chosen as patron of teachers (proclaimed on 15 may 1950 by pope pius xii), we humbly ask for your intercession before our Lord. Guide and protect all those who seek your help in matters of teachers (proclaimed on 15 may 1950 by pope pius xii). Through your holy example, help us to grow in faith and virtue. Amen.

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