patron saint
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In recent days, Brazil's beloved patron saint, Our Lady of Aparecida, depicted as a Black Madonna, became the focus as rumours erupted that Flavio Bolsonaro planned to strip her of her post if elected.
From Barron's ● Oct. 2, 2026
This clothing, says Mr. Robbins, identifies the latter as the evangelist St. Luke, patron saint of artists.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026
The rock star became the immigrant-run restaurant’s unlikely patron saint, calling on her relationship with then-Gov.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 14, 2026
Who is the patron saint of lost causes?
From BBC ● Jun. 29, 2026
St. Sebastian had been named the patron saint of athletes and soldiers, because he’d been forced to endure extreme physical trials in his life but was able to heal quickly from his injuries.
From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles
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