St. Peregrine

Feast Day: May 1
Patron of: Cancer Victims

The night before a scheduled amputation of a growth on his leg, St. Peregrine dreamt that Jesus came off the cross to heal him with only a touch. He was jolted awake and
noticed that his leg was completely healed! He is now the patron of incurable diseases
and cancer, and his intercession is a powerful reminder that we are never alone facing difficult diagnoses. “O great St. Peregrine, wonder worker, you were cured instantaneously of cancer by God’s grace and unceasing prayer. In your gracious kindness, please ask the Lord to heal (name person) in body, mind, and soul. May we then also follow you in doing His work with renewed vigor and strength. Amen.” (prayer from Franciscian Friars of the Atonement - Graymoor)