patron saint

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The remains of Italy's patron saint, St Francis of Assisi, have gone on public display to mark 800 years since his death.

From BBC

Many families with children, couples and elderly people could be seen under a large white marquee, waiting their turn to see the 13th century skeleton of Italy's patron saint.

From Barron's

The "beads" are fossilised parts of the stem of a marine animal called a crinoid, but they earnt their nickname from St Cuthbert, considered the patron saint of the North of England.

From BBC

On top of his dash was a plastic statue of Saint Christopher, patron saint of travelers.

From Literature

The County Down town may be better known as the home of St Patrick, but it's said Ireland's two other patron saints, Brigid and Colmcille are also buried there.

From BBC