December 6: Saint Nicholas, Bishop—Optional Memorial

Read entire reflection online >>>December 6: Saint Nicholas, Bishop—Optional Memorialc. 270–c. 346Patron Saint of children, sailors, merchants, archers, repentant thieves, brewers, pawnbrokers, unmarried people, Russia, and numerous countries and citiesPre-Congregation canonizationLiturgical Color: WhiteQuote: “If you wish to be perfect, go, sell what you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me.” ~Matthew 19:21Prayer:Saint Nicholas, through your intercession, God has touched many lives. The legends of your life have inspired faith throughout the centuries, just as your priestly and episcopal ministry impacted the people of your day. Please pray for me, that I will become a true saint and fulfill the mission God has given to me. Saint Nicholas of Myra, pray for me. Jesus, I trust in You.Source of content: mycatholic.lifeCopyright © 2024 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.Image: Public domain via Wikimedia