Saint Catherine of Siena
A Dominican mystic and Doctor of the Church remembered for discernment, courage, and church reform.
- Feast day: April 29
- Life and era: 1347 to 1380; Siena and Rome
- Role in the Church: Dominican tertiary, mystic, and reform advocate
- Common titles: Doctor of the Church, Patron of Europe, Mystic
- Often asked for: discernment, courage, church reform
When is Saint Catherine of Siena's feast day?
Saint Catherine of Siena's feast day is April 29.
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Biography and witness
Catherine of Siena was a Dominican tertiary, mystic, letter writer, and forceful advocate for reform in the Church. She served the poor and the sick, counseled powerful figures, and defended the papacy in a time of turmoil. The Church later named her a Doctor of the Church and a patron of Europe.
Why Catholics remember Saint Catherine of Siena
Saint Catherine is known for holy boldness, service, discernment, and speaking truth with love and force.
What is Saint Catherine of Siena the patron saint of?
Saint Catherine of Siena is often associated with discernment, courage, church reform.
Why people ask for the intercession of Saint Catherine of Siena
People turn to Saint Catherine when they need discernment, moral courage, and strength to speak or act truthfully.
Common situations
- discernment under pressure
- speaking truth wisely
- serving with courage
Short prayer
Saint Catherine of Siena, pray for me when I need discernment and courage to act truthfully.