Saint19th–20th century · Feast March 3
Also known as Catherine Mary Drexel, Mother Katharine Drexel, Saint Katharine Drexel
An American heiress who founded a religious community and invested her wealth in education serving Black and Indigenous communities.
An American heiress who founded a religious community and invested her wealth in education serving Black and Indigenous communities. She worked during legal segregation, anti-Black racism, land dispossession and paternalistic approaches to Indigenous education.
She worked during legal segregation, anti-Black racism, land dispossession and paternalistic approaches to Indigenous education.
Stewardship of wealth, Eucharistic prayer and sustained investment in education and racial justice.
A strong companion for philanthropists, education founders and wealthy people discerning responsible use of resources.
People turn to St Katharine Drexel in matters of:
God of grace, through the intercession of St Katharine Drexel, guide us in truth, courage and love. Amen.
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