The story of Saint Philomena. Cleveland Catholics

Patroness of The Living Rosary and the Children of MaryTruly, Saint Philomena is a powerful intercessor, seemingly held quietly in reserve by Our Divine Lord during these many centuries, for especially strong help in our times, when so much confusion and absence of Faith are manifest. Her principal feast day is August 11.Saint Philomena is a young Greek princess martyred in the 4th century, her veneration began in the early 19th century after the archaeological discovery in the Catacomb of…

There are instances in every person's life when it seems that a problem is insurmountable or a cross is unbearable. In these cases, pray to the patron saints of impossible causes: St. Rita of Cascia, St. Jude Thaddeus, St. Philomena and St. Gregory of Neocaesarea. Read their life stories below.