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St. Nicholas is commonly associated with giving gifts to good children, but there isn't a specific patron saint of naughty children in Christian tradition. The story of St. Nicholas leaving coal for naughty children may have evolved into the modern idea of receiving coal as a punishment.
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Is Saint William of Rochester a patron saint?
Yes, Saint William of Rochester is recognized as a patron saint of adopted children, foster children, and parents who have lost children.
Who is the patron saint of bullying?
There is no patron saint of bullying or against bullying.
Is Saint Nicholas the patron saint of thieves?
No, Saint Nicholas is not the patron saint of thieves. He is the patron saint of children, sailors, and the falsely accused.
Who is the patron saint of childrens health?
There is no patron saint of children's health but the Infant of Prague is the patron saint of good health.
Who is the patron saint of protecting unborn children?
The patron saints of unborn children are Saint Joseph and Saint Gerard Majella.
What is Saint Nicholas not the patron saint of - children or scholars or thieves?
Saint Nicholas of Myra is the patron saint of children, scholars and penitent thieves as well as a number of other causes. For a complete list of his patronages, click on this link.
Who is the patron saint of unborn children?
As per the Patron Saints Index, the patron saints of unborn children are Saint Gerard Majella and Saint Joseph.
Who is the patron saint of healing children?
I see no specific saint for healing of children. However, St. Brigid of Ireland is considered as the patron saint of healers.
Who is the patron saint of children with autism?
The patron saint against autism is St. Ubaldus Baldassini.
Who is the patron saint of child custody?
There are patron saints of children or orphans or social workers but no patron saint of child custody.
Which saint is the patron of children and sailors?
The patron saint of running water is St. John Nepomucene
Is Saint Nicolas the patron saint of school children?
yes
