Widow

Saint Rita of Cascia

Saint Rita of Cascia is celebrated for her life of suffering and miraculous forgiveness. Her journey from despair to spiritual renewal has touched the hearts of many.

Patron saint of Married Couples, Difficult Marriages
Feast
May 22
Era
14th Century
Place
Cascia
Saint Rita of Cascia portrait

At a Glance

Saint Rita of Cascia

Feast Day
May 22
Era
14th Century
Primary Place
Cascia
Vocation
Widow
Patronage
Married Couples, Difficult Marriages

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Overview

Saint Rita of Cascia

Saint Rita of Cascia is celebrated for her life of suffering and miraculous forgiveness. Her journey from despair to spiritual renewal has touched the hearts of many.

Feast day: May 22

Patronage

Married Couples, Difficult Marriages

Connected Places

  • Cascia, Italy: Her shrine

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Kindred Saints

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