Saint Paul
A leading apostle for conversion, mission, endurance, and serious engagement with the faith.
- Feast day: June 29
- Life and era: 1st century; active across the eastern Mediterranean and Rome
- Role in the Church: Apostle, missionary, and martyr
- Common titles: Apostle to the Gentiles, Missionary, Martyr
- Often asked for: conversion, mission, evangelization
When is Saint Paul's feast day?
Saint Paul's feast day is June 29.
For a broader explanation of how feast days work in Catholic life, read the feast day guide.
Biography and witness
Paul first appears in the New Testament as a persecutor of Christians. After his encounter with the risen Christ on the road to Damascus, he became the great missionary to the Gentiles and the author of letters that remain central to the New Testament. His life is one of conversion, preaching, suffering, and perseverance for the gospel.
Why Catholics remember Saint Paul
Saint Paul is known for conversion, missionary zeal, and intellectually serious faith.
What is Saint Paul the patron saint of?
Saint Paul is often associated with conversion, mission, evangelization.
Why people ask for the intercession of Saint Paul
People turn to Saint Paul when they need zeal, endurance, and a more serious, transformed life.
Common situations
- wanting deeper conversion
- speaking about faith clearly
- staying faithful in difficult work
Short prayer
Saint Paul, pray for me when I need courage, focus, and a willing heart.