Saint18th–19th century · Feast January 4
Also known as Elizabeth Ann Bayley Seton, Mother Seton, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
An American wife and mother who became a widow, entered the Catholic Church and founded a community devoted to education.
An American wife and mother who became a widow, entered the Catholic Church and founded a community devoted to education. Early American Catholic life was small and sometimes mistrusted, while widows had limited financial security.
Early American Catholic life was small and sometimes mistrusted, while widows had limited financial security.
Beginning again after loss, maternal responsibility, Eucharistic faith and education.
A particularly strong companion for widows, single parents, converts and people rebuilding after financial collapse.
People turn to St Elizabeth Ann Seton in matters of:
God of grace, through the intercession of St Elizabeth Ann Seton, guide us in truth, courage and love. Amen.
Source-quality status: unverified prototype