For safe travel and protection on the road
St. Christopher
Feast dayJuly 25Often sought forTravelers and motorists
Find another saintBiography source: Encyclopaedia BritannicaArtwork: Jacob Jordaens · Public domain
The life of this saint
Christopher is honored as an early Christian martyr, though many details of his life come from later tradition. The beloved story of him carrying a child across dangerous water became an image of carrying Christ and serving travelers.
Why Catholics ask for this saint’s intercession
For centuries travelers have asked his intercession before beginning a journey, especially by road.
Ask for intercession
A prayer with St. Christopher
St. Christopher, faithful martyr and friend of travelers, intercede for all who journey today. Ask God to protect every passenger and driver, keep us attentive and patient, and bring us safely to our destination. May we recognize Christ in everyone we meet along the way. Amen.
