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Legislators

Patronage Name: Legislators
Patronage Category: Occupations Patronage Sub-Category: Government
Patronage Type: Occupation Patronage Scope: Universal
Primary Saints: Thomas More Secondary Saints: Florian
Associated Feast Day: June 22 Primary Region: Universal Church
Associated Devotions:
Novena to Thomas More; feast day remembrance; simple intercessory prayer
Associated Symbols:
shield, sword, scales of justice, protective mantle
Prayers:
Prayer to Thomas More for legislators; novena for intercession; feast day prayer
Common Situations & Needs:
public duty, justice, courage, protection of others
Summary
Thomas More is frequently invoked as a patron for legislators, especially when daily work requires patience, competence, and a heart rooted in Christ.
Description

The connection between Thomas More and legislators grew through Catholic memory, lived devotion, and the desire to place concrete needs before God. As patron for legislators, Thomas More is remembered for guiding work toward integrity, service, and holiness.

In practice, Catholics turn to this intercession amid public duty, justice, courage, protection of others, hoping for practical help, interior calm, and greater surrender to Providence. Symbols such as shield, sword, scales of justice, protective mantle 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.