Saint19th century · Feast July 12
Also known as Louis-Joseph-Aloys-Stanislas Martin, Father of St Thérèse, Saint Louis Martin
A French watchmaker, husband and father who shared family business and faith with Zélie, then raised their daughters after her death.
A French watchmaker, husband and father who shared family business and faith with Zélie, then raised their daughters after her death. Their family experienced child mortality, cancer and later Louis’s serious mental and neurological illness.
Their family experienced child mortality, cancer and later Louis’s serious mental and neurological illness.
Tender fatherhood, shared marital faith, grief and support for children’s vocations.
A strong companion for fathers, widowers and families living with a parent’s mental or neurological illness.
People turn to St Louis Martin in matters of:
God of grace, through the intercession of St Louis Martin, guide us in truth, courage and love. Amen.
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