Saints

St. Expedit

St. Expedit Biography

Saint Expedite was a Christian martyr who is believed to have died in the 4th century. According to legend, he was a Roman soldier who converted to Christianity and was martyred for his faith. In the centuries following his death, St. Expedite became a popular saint in France, Italy, and other parts of Europe, and his cult spread to the Americas. In many places, St. Expedite is invoked for assistance with urgent matters, and he is considered the patron saint of those in need of swift resolution to their problems. Despite the widespread devotion to St. Expedite, very little is known about his life and death, and much of what is believed about him is based on legend and folklore. However, he remains a popular and beloved figure in many parts of the world, and his name is invoked by people seeking help with pressing issues and urgent needs. The feast day of St. Expedit is April 19th

Prayers to St. Expedit 

Prayer of Intercession to St. Expedit 

O St. Expedite, patron saint of those in need of swift resolution, I come to you today with a heavy heart and an urgent need. Please intercede on my behalf, and help me to find a swift and satisfactory resolution to the problems that weigh upon me. St. Expedite, you who are known for your ability to bring swift resolution to pressing problems, I ask for your help in the matters that concern me today. Please be my guide and my protector, and help me to find the answers and solutions that I seek.

Prayer to St. Expedit 

O St. Expedite, you who are the patron saint of those in need of urgent help, I call upon you today with a special request. Please hear my prayer and grant me the assistance that I need in this time of need. I trust in your power and your goodness, and I know that with your help, all things are possible. St. Expedite, I come to you today with a heart full of hope and a mind full of determination. Please help me to persevere in my endeavors, and to find the strength and the courage to overcome the challenges that lie before me. I know that with your guidance and your support, I can achieve all that I set out to do. Amen.

Quotes about faith and perseverance inspired by St. Expedit 

  • “Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase.” – Martin Luther King Jr.

  • “Perseverance is not a long race; it is many short races one after another.” – Walter Elliot

  • “The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven’t found it yet, keep looking. Don’t settle. As with all matters of the heart, you’ll know when you find it.” – Steve Jobs

  • “Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.” – Albert Schweitzer

Children’s Story about the life of St. Expedit 

In the land of ancient Rome, there lived a brave soldier named Expedite. Expedite was a strong and courageous man, and he was admired by all who knew him.

One day, while he was out on a mission for the Roman army, Expedite met a group of Christians who told him about Jesus and the teachings of the Bible. Expedite was deeply moved by their words, and he decided to become a Christian himself.

As a Christian, Expedite knew that he would face many challenges and dangers. But he was not afraid, for he knew that with God’s help, he could overcome any obstacle.

One day, the Roman authorities learned that Expedite was a Christian, and they arrested him. Despite the threats and the dangers, Expedite refused to renounce his faith. He knew that he was following the right path, and he was willing to suffer for his beliefs.

In the end, Expedite was martyred for his faith, but his bravery and his devotion to God inspired many others to follow in his footsteps. And so, even though he lived a long time ago, the memory of St. Expedite lives on to this day, and he is remembered as a true hero of the faith.

Feast Day of St. Expedit 

Today, the Catholic Church celebrates the feast of St. Expedit on April 19. 

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Also check out our handmade St. Expedit Medal and St. Expedit Rosary and St. Expedit Rosary Bracelet .

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