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Layoffs

Patronage Name: Layoffs
Patronage Category: Life Situations Patronage Sub-Category: Employment
Patronage Type: Life Event Patronage Scope: Universal
Primary Saints: Thomas More Secondary Saints: Joseph
Associated Feast Day: June 22 Primary Region: Universal Church
Associated Devotions:
Novena to Thomas More; feast day remembrance; simple intercessory prayer
Associated Symbols:
cross, prayer book, candle, medal
Prayers:
Prayer to Thomas More for layoffs; novena for intercession; feast day prayer
Common Situations & Needs:
urgent needs, major decisions, uncertainty, patient trust
Summary
This patronage looks to Thomas More as a compassionate intercessor for layoffs, reminding the faithful to pray with hope and endure with grace.
Description

The connection between Thomas More and layoffs grew through Catholic memory, lived devotion, and the desire to place concrete needs before God. As patron for layoffs, Thomas More is often remembered by those asking for courage, clarity, and persevering trust.

In practice, Catholics turn to this intercession amid urgent needs, major decisions, uncertainty, patient trust, hoping for practical help, interior calm, and greater surrender to Providence. Symbols such as cross, prayer book, candle, medal help make this devotion tangible in the middle of real daily concerns.

A medal, prayer card, or small devotional gift connected with Thomas More can serve as a quiet reminder to pray often and remain close to the Lord.