Patron saints for professional careers
KCO Reporter - Septermber 2019
Many professional jobs involve stress that can be difficult to manage at times. So whether you’re needing inspiration, courage or a little energy, call on these holy men and women who can take away some of the burdens of your day-to-day work life. Feeling doubt, fatigue, or overwhelmed? Try calling on these powerful intercessors.
1. Nurses- St. Agatha of Sicily
Those who choose to care for the physical needs of others are often confronted with a seemingly impossible number of tasks. Call on this 3rd century virgin martyr, who went through such horrific torture but stayed resolute in her faith, to give you the strength to continue.
2. Teachers- St. Jean Baptiste de la Salle
Those in the teaching profession have the huge responsibility of shaping the lives of those in their classroom. While there are many saints associated with the world of teaching, try learning on Jean Baptiste de La Salle. He was the founder of the first catholic schools in France and he was determined to help the poor gain and education.
3. Accountants/Bankers-St. Mathew the Apostle
Before becoming an Apostle, Mathew was a tax collector, so he certainly knew a thing or two about money. But more importantly, he knew his priorities and when to put down those coins and follow his faith. As for Mathew's intercession if you need help balancing either your books or your family life.
4. Doctors/Surgeons- St. Luke
As a physican himself, this Evangelist is someone you can count on for when you're needing energy, confidence in your decision making, or even a steady hand. His Gospel gives such a detailed account of events, and is full of compassion-both skills crucial for those in the medical profession. With the life of other in your hands, rely on his powerful intercession to guide you on your way.
5. Lawyers- St. Thomas More
Advocating on behalf of others brings a lot of responsibility. Perhaps the best example of this comes from the former lawyer and statesman of Henry VIII who advocated on behalf of God when he refused to acknowledge the Todor King as head of the church- a decision he would lose his head over. Forever, loyal, he died saying. " I die the king's faithful servant, but God's first"
6. Engineers-St. Patrick
You might not know that the famous patron saint of Ireland was also allegedly pretty handy with lime mortar, enabling the Irish to build better bridges. This was only claimed in 1903 by engineering students at Mizzou, who then decided that Patrick would be the perfect saint for their profession.
7. Architects- St. Thomas the Apostle
As an Apostle, St. Thomas came to India to spread the Word. As part of his role, he is said to have built many churches there. This makes him the natural patron for those in the construction industry, including architecure. Pray to St. Thomas to help build a solid foundation in your building projects and in your faith.
8. Editors- St. John Bosco
Selecting the right materials to share with the world's is a task that often requires a good sense of judgement and strong morals. Call on this 19th century saint, who shared his pearls of wisdom as an educator and writer, to bring compassion and kindness to the pieces you publish.
9. Scientists- St. Albert the Great
This 13th century saint and doctor of the Church was a prolific writer and teacher to the well loved St. Thomas Aquinas. Having written books on astronomy and geography-among other subjects-this German saint is the perfect intercessor for those in the world of science, who may call on him for inspiration, clarity, and faith to continue in their works.
10. Artists- St. Catherine of Bologna
For those in the creative fields it is crucial to be able to believe in yourselves in order to depict the feelings and emotions you wish to share. If that's your calling, then ask for the intercession of this 15th century Italian abbess, painter and writer, who kept her major written work, the Seven Spiritual Weapons, hidden throughout her life.
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