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MISSION: As bishop of Myra, Nicholas devoted himself to caring for the poor and defending children. At the Council of Nicea, he defended the divinity of Christ. To Roman officials who wanted to know who he was, he fearlessly declared: “I am Nicholas, a sinner, servant of God, and bishop of Myra.”
13 maj 2020 · St. Nicholas is the patron saint of children, due to the focus of much of his ministry and his famed generosity toward children. He is also the patron saint of sailors, fishermen, broadcasters, archers, and many other professions.
6 gru 2023 · Here are five things to know and share about St. Nicholas: 1. The legend behind why St. Nicholas is the patron saint of children
This little book was written by children—saints' stories were told, then children in schoolrooms and Sunday classes retold the stories in their own words. Their responses were edited and compiled to make the book with stories of eight saints.
Saint Nicholas. Written and illustrated by kids for kids. From Saints for Kids by Kids. When Saint Nicholas was a little boy, he shared all of his toys and gifts happily. His parents were really wealthy, and they bought wonderful things for him. No matter what he got, he shared with his friends.
19 sie 2023 · Ways to Celebrate St. Nicholas Day with Children. Dec. 6, the feast of St. Nicholas, is especially well suited for children. It is a little foretaste of Christmas, an occasion when we can drive home the message that there is joy in heaven when we share our blessings with the less fortunate.
In fact, St. Nicholas is still the favorite saint of little children in the Catholic sections of Europe. This veneration is easily explained, for he was, and still is, a special patron...
