Patron Saint of alpine troops (proclaimed on 22 September 1941 by Pope XII, and on 16 February 1961 by Pope John XXIII)

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Saint Maurice is the patron saint of alpine troops (proclaimed on 22 september 1941 by pope xii, and on 16 february 1961 by pope john xxiii).

Saint Maurice

Feast: 22 de setembro

Saint Maurice, also known as Mauritius, Moritz, or Morris, was a layman and a courageous soldier in a legion of Christian soldiers hailing from Upper Egypt. He lived during the reign of Emperor...

Prayer for the Intercession of Saint Maurice

Dear Saint Maurice, you who have been chosen as patron of alpine troops (proclaimed on 22 september 1941 by pope xii, and on 16 february 1961 by pope john xxiii), we humbly ask for your intercession before our Lord. Guide and protect all those who seek your help in matters of alpine troops (proclaimed on 22 september 1941 by pope xii, and on 16 february 1961 by pope john xxiii). Through your holy example, help us to grow in faith and virtue. Amen.

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