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Praying for Pope Leo? Meet the patron saint of lung problems

Praying for Pope Leo? Meet the patron saint of lung problems

Tuesday, October 13, 2026

As the Church and the world prays for Pope Leo XIV this week, we turn to St. Bernardine of Siena, known as “the Apostle of Italy” and for his intercession for those with lung and respiratory issues.

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