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The list of patron saints is bigger than you think! Patron Saints of countries, occupations, illnesses, of everything. Here are some of the stranger patron saints.

Boondock Saints 2 stars Sean Patrick Flanery, Norman Reedus, Clifton Collins Jr., Billy Connolly, Julie Benz, and Judd Nelson. Directed by Troy Duffy.

Saint Damien of Molokai was a Catholic priest from Belgium as well as a Christian missionary in Hawaii, who lived and died in the 19th Century.

One of the most well known of the class of military martyrs and soldier saints of the Early Christian Church. He is depicted in art tied to a post and pierced with arrows

Sean Patrick Flanery, Norman Reedus star in the continuing saga about vigilante justice.

Looking to spice up your love life this Valentine's Day? Why not spend a few evening in Quebec City's most romantic hotel, Le Clos Saint-Louis.

Open to the classified section of almost any newspaper and you'll find dozens of petitions and thank-yous to Saint Jude. Who is Saint Jude and what can he do for you?

Is your wallet feeling a little thin? Are you putting off an important task? Get help from the patron saint of chronic postponement and money issues.

Learn all about the Saint Bernard breed so that you can make an informed decision on whether this is the right dog for your family.

There is always something to celebrate! These are the major political, historical, religious and plain fun holidays and festivals around the world for August 2006.

Various saints of Western Europe that are part of Christmas and New Years traditions, including Saint Basil, Saint Nicholas and Saint Lucia.

The tragic life of Saint Dympna and her deep faith in Christianity led to her eventual death at the hands of her father. Why then is Dympna the Patron Saint of insanity?

Despite being born over a thousand years before the invention of the computer, Saint Isidore of Seville has been named the Patron Saint of the Internet.

In times of global warming we look to Saint Florian Patron Saint of Flood, Saint Solange Patron Saint of drought and Saint Emygdius Patron Saint of earthquakes.

If you're worried about your eyesight, or are just having trouble with your contact lenses, call on the virgin saint Lucy, the patroness of eyesight.

Two holy men influenced early Christians because of their love for others, and it is this love which inspires present day celebrations of gift giving and love

St. Sylvester reigned for a long period, but little is known of his life. His advising Constantine and his building projects are his lasting achievements.

The symbols for these female saints tell stories of how they led exemplary lives or, for those who suffered martyrdom, tell the instrument of their death.

Filmmaker Troy Duffy's forearms are tattooed with the words VERITAS and EQUITAS, Latin for Truth and Equality.

A brief introduction to Saints and Patron Saints and their increasing relevance in a troubled 21st Century world.

There are many choices when selecting the perfect name for a new addition to the family. Catholic parents and others may want to consider a name that honors a saint.

Short biography of French composer Camille Saint-Saens, organist and pianist, known for suite 'Carnaval des Animaux' and the opera 'Samson et Dalila'.

Call on Saint Thomas Aquinas when you need help with school stress, especially when experiencing test anxiety.

Saint Elmo is the patron of infants and children with colic and other stomach ailments. He is also the patron saint of sailors who need protection during storms.

Little is known about the life of St Andrew, who went from being a humble fisherman to become the patron saint of Scotland, where a town is named after him.

If you've ever broken out in a cold sweat because you've lost something irreplaceable, worry no more because Saint Anthony, the finder of lost things, is on your side.

Games and activities to teach CCD students about the saints.

Saint Francois d'Assise (Saint Francis of Assisi), a French opera by Olivier Messiaen. Opera plot summary, character list, and other opera information.

As a young man, Saint Patrick was kidnapped from his home in Britain and spent six years in Ireland before escaping.

What are relics and do Catholics actually worship them?

March seventeenth is celebrated as Saint Patrick's Day in honor of the patron Saint of Ireland.

A reliable source of facts about Saint-Saens' family, work and accomplishments.

What is a saint in monotheistic medieval tradition? It's not just about being a good person.

Saint Andrew is Scotland's patron saint and gives his name to the home of world golf and to an ancient Scottish university. Who was he and how did all this come about?

St Barbara is one of the most well known of the class of military saints of the Early Christian Church. She is venerated by artillerymen all over the world.

In today's Christmas tradition, Saint Nicholas and Santa Claus are interchangeable names for one and the same man. But few people know who the real St. Nick actually was.

The Saint Valentine's Day Massacre is the name given to the murder of seven people during a mafia turf war between rival gangs run by Al Capone and Bugs Moran in Chicago.

The Saint Giles program at Mount Saint Joseph's serves young men with developmental disabilities in the Baltimore, Maryland area.

The symbols for these male saints tell stories of how they led exemplary lives or tell the instrument of their death for those who suffered martyrdom.

A Halloween graveyard can be spooky, scary and full of pranks and mischief, but it can also be used to teach lessons on the lives of the saints in a religious classroom.

The enigmatic Count Saint Germain is shrouded in mystery and intrigue. Thought to have been born at the end of the 17th Century, there are very few verified facts.

Pilgrims have been asked to learn the 10 stories of the Patron Saints of World Youth Day. They are asked to pray and meditate on the extraordinary examples of grace.

Contemporary role models seldom offer stability, vision and social justice, unlike historical role models that used their abilities to effect positive change.

There are many different Christmas traditions in Western Europe. History, folk lore and religion have all intermeshed to create various Christmas gift-bearers.

There are many choices when selecting the perfect name for a new addition to the family. Catholic parents and others may want to consider a name that honors a saint.

Saint George's Day is not much celebrated in England but in Catalonia April 23rd is colourfully celebrated in a tradition which honours nation, literature and love.

A guide to Forest Park in Saint Louis, a urban oasis in the Gateway City.

With long winter nights and short days, it is no wonder that the celebration of St. Lucia, the patron saint of light, is an important part of Christmas in Sweden.

Combine history and legend for a fun kid's craft to celebrate St Patrick's Day.

Saint Nicholas is not only one of the origins of the figure Santa Claus. He was also a generous and devout Christian and Bishop of Myra.