Saint Roch

Patron of Plagues

Saint Roch, patron of plagues, miracle worker, patron saint of cholera, plague, epidemics, dogs, dog lovers, pilgrims, bachelors, surgeons, and grave diggers, among others. The Lord works in powerful ways. What a time for St. Roch to come back into our lives than now, when the world is in the midst of an epidemic.

St. Roch is the patron saint of plagues and epidemics, among other things. We were first introduced to St. Roch in Assisi, at the Convent of San Damiano. There is a painting of St. Roch and the dog. In Italy, he is called Santo Rocco. St. Rocco is very important to the Italian people, and actually to all Europeans, as well.

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Very informative

Nice and informative short read or listen. Was able to gather a better or more well rounded understanding of this saint! If only there was a way to read about all the different stories from within his life - but this did also provide me with some fun facts I hadn’t known. All in all I recommend and would also look to this group for information on other saints