Blessed Alexander of Foigny
Son of a king of Scotland in the 13th century, Alexander renounced his crown to follow the example of his sister, Saint Matilda. After learn…
Patronage
shepherds
3 saints
Saint Germaine Cousin (Shepherdess of Pibrac)
Born infirm in Pibrac near Toulouse, Germaine Cousin lived a life as a shepherdess marked by poverty and the mistreatment of her stepmother.…
Saint Thorette
A 12th-century shepherdess in the Bourbonnais, Thorette was distinguished by her piety and exemplary obedience. Known for her rural miracles…
Frequently asked questions
Who is the patron saint of shepherds?
The patron saints of shepherds include: Blessed Alexander of Foigny, Saint Germaine Cousin (Shepherdess of Pibrac) and Saint Thorette.
Which saint should you pray to for shepherds?
For shepherds, you can pray to: Blessed Alexander of Foigny, Saint Germaine Cousin (Shepherdess of Pibrac) and Saint Thorette.