Patron Saint of invalids

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Saint Roch is the patron saint of invalids.

Saint Roch

Feast: 16 de agosto

Saint Roch, also known as Roc, Rocco, Roche, Rochus, Rock, Rocke, Rollock, Rollox, Roque, and Seemirookie, was a French noble who developed a strong empathy for the poor and sick from an early age....

Prayer for the Intercession of Saint Roch

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

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