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Feast of St. Louis King of France, Patron of the Archdiocese of New Orleans
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August 20, 2024Patron of the Archdiocese of New Orleans
Saint Louis IX, King of France reigned as the King of France from 1226 until his death on August 25, 1270. Born in 1214, he ascended to the throne at the age of 12 and was known for his protection of the clergy, enforcement of laws against blasphemy, and neutral stance in international disputes. He implemented significant reforms in the French legal system, established institutions such as the Sorbonne and monasteries, led crusades, and left a lasting impact on medieval France's economic and political landscape. Saint Louis is known for his patronage of the arts and influence on Gothic art and architecture. Canonized as a saint in 1297, his legacy as a Christian monarch and his influence on medieval France continue to earn admiration and respect.
Known as the patron saint of France; the French monarchy; barbers; construction workers; difficult marriages; distillers; embroiderers, hair stylists; parenthood and parents of large families; prisoners; sculptors; sick people; soldiers; stone masons; tertiaries; architecture; the Third Order of St. Francis; the Archdiocese of New Orleans; and the Archdiocese of Saint Louis.
At Masses this weekend, St. Louis Cathedral will celebrate St. Louis, and at the 11 a.m. Mass on Sunday, they will commission the parish ministers and volunteers, in recognition of their continuing Louis IX’s legacy of service.
Celebrate the feast by doing the following:- Visiting the Cathedral-Basilica of Saint Louis, King of France.
- Attend mass at the Cathedral or your own parish.
- Learn more about the life of Saint Louis:
- Donate to a homeless shelter or food pantry to help the poor
- Consider making a visit or contribution to a local hospital or nursing home.
- Reflect and pray with the family on living God's will in each station of life.
